Andy Turner

Check out some of the key information gathered from the Public Perception Survey, which was carried out to provide evidence to support the benefits of Don’t Mow Let it Grow, includes:In total, 190 people participated in the surveyAround 97% of respondents think it is important to manage areas in NI for wildlife80% of respondents prefer the longer grass shown in photos to shortly mown grassThe vast majority of respondents (~95%) felt it was important to increase public understanding of our native plants and animalsWildlife benefits were rated as the most … [Read more...] about Public Perception Survey Results

The UK-wide State of Nature report was launched on the 14th September, the report assesses the health of the United Kingdom’s habitats and species.A series of events are being held to raise awareness of environmental issues among politicians and the public including a launch event at Stormont for the State of Nature Report for Northern Ireland, that coincided with the start of NI Environment Week.Our Don’t Mow, Let It Grow project has been included in this years report. Please see the case study written by Rachel Bain, Causeway Coast and Glens Biodiversity officer - state of nature … [Read more...] about State of Nature Report 2016