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09/08/23 Barn conversions for housing and a conservation scientist's vision for 2050

The government consults on barn conversions not needing planning permissions in some areas. Plus, how will we meet the government's target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050?

The government has launched a consultation on whether farmers in English National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty should be allowed to convert barns into housing without planning permission.

A conservation scientist shares his vision for 2050 in trying to reach net zero carbon emissions.

Presented by Caz Graham and produced by Rhiannon Fitz-Gerald.

13 minutes

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Wed 9 Aug 2023 05:45
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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