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Learn more about the Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS)

Find out more about what the strategy is, who it is for and Dorset's 13 nature recovery priorities 
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Using the Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS)


Dorset's local nature recovery strategy (LNRS) provides a 10-year framework to help everyone work together towards a shared vision for nature recovery in Dorset.

The strategy includes:
  The LNRS can help anyone planning or delivering nature recovery work in Dorset.

Use the LNRS to strengthen existing work

You can use the strategy to:
 
  • align projects with Dorset's shared nature recovery priorities
  • support funding or grant applications by showing strategic alignment
  • identify additional activities that could strengthen your project
  • understand how your work connects with other local projects and habitats
  • help build a clearer picture of nature recovery activity across Dorset

Use the LNRS to plan new activity

To help plan new activity, you can:
 
  • explore ideas for new nature recovery projects
  • identify opportunities in your local area using the local habitat map
  • understand where your work could have the greatest impact

Further guidance

Use these resources for more detailed guidance:
 

Show how your work supports the LNRS

If you are developing a project or planning work that supports nature recovery, you can use our short form to show how your work aligns with Dorset's LNRS.

The form can help you:
 
  • show which of Dorset's 13 LNRS priorities your project supports
  • identify opportunities to deliver additional activities
  • explain your nature recovery outcomes clearly
  • strengthen funding or grant applications
The information also helps us:
 
  • understand nature recovery activity across Dorset
  • identify where support may be needed most
If you have any questions about using the LNRS or showing how your work aligns with the strategy, contact the LNRS team at [email protected].