Nature Conservation
2026-06-07 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · 7976 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what incentives are available to support rewilding projects that aim to (a) reduce flood risk, (b) mitigate extreme weather impacts, and (c) address soil erosion and agricultural runof
Answer
The Government supports rewilding principles that prioritise natural processes and reduce intervention, leading to larger, better-connected habitats, with benefits for flood mitigation and water quality. These principles are reflected in nature-based solu...