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What You Read Most: The Top 10 MA Blog Posts of 2025
2025 has been a busy year and we've covered a range of key issues in our regular blog posts. Here are our ten most-read posts this year.
Rob Beeson
5 days ago1 min read


Peatland Restoration: A Lesson in Patience and Practicality
Peatland rewetting caused a short-term carbon spike before recovery. We analyze why practical conservation requires a long-term view.
Rob Beeson
6 days ago3 min read


Heather Burning Judicial Review Update: Permission Hearing Listed for 27th January
Update: High Court lists Jan 27th permission hearing for the heather burning regulations judicial review. See what this critical step means for the case.
Andrew Gilruth
Dec 192 min read


A New Rural Vision Begins with One Question
The 2029 election brings a rare chance for the countryside. It’s time to stop tweaking broken rules and ask the vital question: what do we want instead?
Andrew Gilruth
Dec 193 min read


Briefing Note: Moorland Management Restrictions and the Requirement for a Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA)
MA members have been requesting clarification on when Natural England (NE) must undertake a Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA).
Rob Beeson
Dec 182 min read


Managed Fire Works: Lessons in Land Stewardship from Brazil
New study validates traditional fire management. Managed burning reduced wildfires by 22% in Brazil , proving local stewardship protects landscapes.
Rob Beeson
Dec 183 min read


New Collaboration Aims to Tackle Rising Wildfire Risks in Wales
Wildfire incidents are surging in 2025. MAWWFRS reveals a new collaborative strategy to tackle the threat. Read about the new options for rural safety here.
Rob Beeson
Dec 172 min read


Video: The Fight for Wildfire Compensation in the North York Moors
North York Moors farmers call for wildfire compensation. Watch the ITV News report on the urgent need for parity with flood relief to help rebuilding efforts.
Rob Beeson
Dec 171 min read


5 Ways Grouse Moors Support Threatened Wildlife
Discover 5 ways grouse moors support threatened wildlife. Science reveals how management saves Curlews, Hen Harriers, and Mountain Hares from local extinction.
Rob Beeson
Dec 166 min read
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