Section 21 of the National
Parks and Access to the Countryside Ac t 1949, gives
principal local authorities the power to acquire, declare and manage nature reserves.
In using these powers, local authorities must consult with English Nature
The designation of
a Local Nature Reserve means that the local authority accepts a
commitment to manage the land as a nature reserve and to protect it from
inappropriate uses or development.
Mansfield District
Council is working in partnership to designate and manage up to 10
new Local Nature Reserves in our District, which is urban in character and has
limited, accessible green open space.
Mansfield District
Council will oversee management of the sites and will undertake a
strategic role in bringing interested partners together through a local steering group.
Mansfield District
Council will lead on a review of our current operational practices
and make changes to support habitats, where this is practical and within the budget
available.
As landowner of Local
Nature Reserves, Mansfield District Council has a duty of
reasonable care to ensure people’s safety.
Mansfield District
Council is keen to support partners who can commission and/or
undertake site work to enhance and create wildlife and habitats, as is laid out in each
Management Plan.
Where Friends Groups,
community, voluntary or business organisations wish to
carry out independent events or work on Local Nature Reserves, the Council
requires a signed indemnity form which provides proof of : -
v Public
Liability Insurance to a value of at least £2 million
v A
Risk Assessment for each activity held on the site
