Have your say: Plan to boost nature recovery across Lincolnshire

Residents, businesses and landowners can now have their say on proposals to protect and restore nature across Lincolnshire. 

A public consultation is now live on the draft Greater Lincolnshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) – a plan that will mean more trees in the ground, greener neighbourhoods, better-kept parks and open spaces and development that actually gets moving. 

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Residents want clean, green places to live – but they also want jobs that pay well and growth that benefits local communities. 

“This strategy gets that balance right. It protects and enhances the things that matter to residents – green spaces, wildlife and landscapes – without shutting the door on development or loading extra costs onto local taxpayers.” 

Lincolnshire is home to nationally important landscapes, from coast and marshes to grasslands, heathland and ancient woodland.  

The draft strategy takes a clear, balanced approach – identifying where nature should be protected, where it can be restored, and where development can move forward without unnecessary cost, delay or confusion. 

For residents, it means more trees will be planted, with greener streets and neighbourhoods, and parks and open spaces that are better managed and easier to enjoy – visible improvements people notice day to day. 

For businesses, farmers and developers, it will bring clarity. Clear rules, clear priorities and fewer late-stage objections – helping investment move forward with pace. 

Cllr David Rose, cabinet member for environment and strategy, said: “The Local Nature Recovery Strategy gives us a shared, practical plan for protecting what we have and restoring what we’ve lost. It is crucial that it reflects local knowledge and priorities, that is why we are asking residents to take part in this consultation. 

“Whether you’re passionate about wildlife, care about the future of our countryside and towns, your views really do matter. This is a chance to help shape nature recovery across Lincolnshire. 

The strategy covers the whole of Greater Lincolnshire and has been developed in partnership between North Lincolnshire Council with Lincolnshire County Council, North East Lincolnshire Council and the Greater Lincolnshire Nature Partnership, with support from Natural England and other stakeholders. 

As part of the consultation, people can explore interactive maps showing areas of particular importance for biodiversity and proposed actions for nature recovery, watch a short explainer video, and share their views through an online survey. 

A series of informal online drop-in sessions are also taking place, giving anyone the chance to hear more about the draft strategy and ask questions directly to the project team. 

The consultation is open now and closes at midnight on Sunday 8 March 2026. 

More information, including how to take part, can be found on the Lets Talk Lincolnshire website.