Natural England boss reveals concern over budget for nature restoration

A Kent landscape of ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and chalk grasslands that inspired novelist Charles Dickens has been designated a national nature reserve (Natural England/PA) - (PA Media)

The head of the Government’s official environment advisors said he is “concerned” over the budget for nature restoration ahead of the upcoming spending review.

Tony Juniper, chairman of Natural England, said the “very tight” spending settlement expected in light of current economic stresses will pose “big challenges” for those working to reverse the country’s decline in nature.