Just 5% of UK’s land protected for nature – nearly six times less than government claims, study says

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Findings suggest global conservation progress may have been overestimated, researchers say

Just 5 per cent of the UK’s land is being protected effectively for nature, a study has found – nearly six times lower than the figure (28 per cent) reported by the government.

The research, by scientists at the environmental charity RSPB, analysed all of the UK’s land-based protected areas.

https://www-independent-co-uk.cdn.a...iodiversity-protected-areas-b1912542.html?amp

 

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I shared this article to a Facebook group that I belong to called Scale Down.

A friend of mine who also belongs to the group said this;

"A warning to those who believe in the promised 30x30. We really need to be on high alert for conservation con jobs and green washing."

I wholeheartedly agree with that statement!

Someone else said;

"Horrific! Liars and Cowards!"

Again, I strongly agree with that statement as well!