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Clarifying the Moorland Association’s High Court appeal: Separating legal reality from online myths regarding burning regulations, wildfire risk, and public safety.

New science confirms: Traditional burning and cutting are vital for saving heathland birds. Discover why mosaic management beats 'doing nothing'.

The Moorland Association is appealing the High Court’s refusal regarding burning regulations, citing concerns over how wildfire risks and public safety were assessed.

Respond to the Management Plan consultation by 10th Feb to support active management and safeguard our moorlands. Act now.

New research links chronic wildfire smoke exposure to increased stroke risk. Learn why preventing large-scale wildfires is a vital public health necessity.

Is Defra ignoring science? New research on soil heating beneath prescribed burns challenges moorland restrictions. See why the government must correct the record.

Geoff Eyre, winner of the Innovation in Conservation category of the 2025 Schöffel Countryside Awards, explains the importance of controlled ‘cool’ burning for the health of the UK’s moorlands.

New science reveals upland sheep farming fights climate change through soil methane sinks and low-carbon grazing. It's time to update the narrative.

High Court refuses the Moorland Association's challenge to Defra's heather burning rules. The debate on wildfire safety and land management continues.

Watch dramatic footage of a snow rescue carried out by local gamekeeper Lewis and farmer Stephen Swaledale.

Research confirms Lapwing populations plummet by nearly 60% without gamekeepers. Read why active protection is the Peewit's vital lifeline.

From Australia to the USA, global experts trust controlled burning to prevent wildfire. Discover why this vital tool is key to protecting UK moorlands from disaster.