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Representation by Forestry Commission (Forestry Commission)

Date submitted
17 January 2023
Submitted by
Other statutory consultees

While we are pleased to note that field number 37, which is the nearest section of the site to Braceborough Little Wood Ancient Woodland is now designated as a mitigation and enhancement area. However, we also note that Field 33 (retained arable field parcel with skylark plots) and the majority of Field 34 (grazed grassland with PV arrays) next to Park Farm are both land still in obligation to the Farm Woodland Premium Scheme (FWPS) having received public funding to establish or manage a woodland on the site. The landowner is expected to meet all of the Terms and Conditions of the agreement contract. Failure to do so is likely to require the Forestry Commission to seek to recover all of the relevant grant that has been paid. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sandra