Issue details

Wye Valley National Landscapes - acceptance of grant funding

 

 

This report seeks approval to accept a number of confirmed and indicative funding awards, allocations and bids from National Grid, DEFRA, Welsh Government and Natural Resources Wales for the future management and duties of the Wye Valley National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This report also seeks approval to delegate the review of the AONB Management Plan and the renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding between the 4 constituent local authorities, on account of the complex nature of the cross-border designation.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure and strategic nature / impact on communities;

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: Backbury; Birch; Dinedor Hill; Kerne Bridge; Llangarron; Old Gore; Ross East; Ross North; Ross West;

Notice of proposed decision first published: 31/01/2025

Decision due: 10 April 2025 by Cabinet member environment

Lead member: Cabinet member environment

Lead director: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment

Department: Economy and Environment

Contact: Ben Boswell, Head of Environment, Climate Emergency and Waste Services Email: bboswell@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01432 261930.

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  • Wye Valley National Landscapes - acceptance of grant funding