Fife Council unveils Forestry and Woodland Strategy

The updated Forestry and Woodland Strategy suggests new targets regarding woodland coverage in the area <i>(Image: Fife Council)</i>
The updated Forestry and Woodland Strategy suggests new targets regarding woodland coverage in the area (Image: Fife Council)
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Fife Council has unveiled a draft Forestry and Woodland Strategy ahead of a public consultation.

The strategy is a revision of the 2013 document and suggests new targets regarding woodland coverage.

It also highlights the importance of tackling climate change and biodiversity challenges.

Councillor Jan Wincott, the council spokeswoman for Environment and Climate Change, said: "We are inviting feedback on the updated Fife Forestry and Woodland Strategy.

"This strategy is set to play a crucial role in developing the draft strategy that will guide woodland and forestry planning in the years ahead."

She added: "Together, we need to make forestry work to enhance biodiversity, capture and store carbon, and benefit people and communities."

She encouraged the community to contribute to the consultation, which will help shape a sustainable, diverse, and resilient natural environment.

In January 2025, a workshop was held to influence the revised strategy.

The event brought together stakeholders including members of the Fife Environmental Partnership, key agencies, local and national forestry and woodland groups, and forestry companies.

They were all given an opportunity to express their views.

The consultation on the draft document now provides an opportunity for a wider audience to have their say on the strategy.

Those looking to provide input or gain more information can visit the Fife Council website.

The consultation will be open until midnight on Monday, July 7.

The strategy will be delivered and monitored by partners, including Fife Climate Forest.

Fife Climate Forest is a partnership of national, regional, and local organisations led by Fife Council and Climate Action Fife.

It aims to protect and expand tree cover in Fife to improve biodiversity and combat climate change.

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