Why is the LBAP relevant to planning? Carl Simms Senior Environmental Planner Northamptonshire County Council

Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act raise the profile of biodiversity “Every public authority must, in exercising its functions, have regard, so far as is consistent with the proper exercise of those functions, to the purpose of conserving biodiversity” NERC Duty

RSS – include targets for restoration of priority habitats LDF – be consistent with local biodiversity priorities and objectives (the LBAP) Conserve habitats and species Identify areas for restoration and enhancement

PPS 9 Plans and strategies should be based on accurate up to date biodiversity information This includes using the LBAP as a basis for strategic decisions Properly considering the impacts of biodiversity in DC decisions Importance of developing networks Soon to be reviewed and integrated with policy on open space and green infrastructure

New PPS on Ecotowns A glimpse of the future? All development delivering a net gain

Policy not in doubt Same as all other policies you have to abide by Not enough to just reference it BAP makes it easier to do that job