Conservation associations throughout Lincolnshire are imploring the future mayor of the county to prioritise environmental and nature-focused improvements. In the run-up to this Thursday’s election, the Woodland Trust, National Trust, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, along with the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust have accentuated the need for a sustainable future. They envision boosting climate resilience, lowering emissions, and restoring wetlands and soil health. Caroline Killeavey of the National Trust underscores nature’s transformative role in enhancing our lives.
The Sandilands Nature Reserve demonstrates a successful partnership between conservationists and local authorities, on the site of a former golf course near Mablethorpe. Paul Learoyd of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust sees this as a pivotal moment for Greater Lincolnshire, hoping the newly elected mayor will integrate nature with fields like farming and flood management.
All candidates have outlined their environmental commitments. Sally Horscroft of the Green Party pleads for harmonic environmental practices, Marianne Overton, an Independent, champions sustainable solutions like ‘solar on roofs, not on farmland’. Jason Stockwood from Labour promises to underline the significance of the coast and countryside in his governance, while Conservative candidate Rob Waltham intends to balance economic growth with green initiatives, which include tree planting and the creation of cycling paths.
According to Killeavey, the Sandilands project will elevate both the local economy and community’s well-being upon its completion, by offering superior access to nature. She plans to involve the elected mayor directly to familiarise them with the initiative’s impact.
This story was adapted from original reporting by bbc.com by The Lincoln Post.
