In this issue...

Reflection on the demise of the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Spatial Strategy, and what it could mean for the number of new houses planned in the county; advice on setting up of a Neighbourhood Forum, by our own David Cove, based on his experience in Oulton and Woodlesford; and a first piece from our new planning officer.

In this issue...

An interesting piece inviting readers to consider whether we should be 'protectionists' or 'preservationists' of our countryside; a report from the recent Annual General Meeting (AGM); and news on our involvement with Kirklees Council’s emerging Green Infrastructure delivery plan.

In this issue...

Exciting news as local campaign groups from across the county, and CPRE West Yorkshire come together to set up the Yorkshire Greenspace Alliance; John Denham discusses CPRE research that reveals the alarming scale of the threat to Green Belts in West Yorkshire; and a few words on the branch’s visit to the wildflower meadow at Brecks Farm.