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National Trust celebrates 130 years

The organisation has launched a new 10-year strategy to ‘ramp up' its efforts to address the climate and nature crises

Rachael Brown
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National Trust celebrates 130 years

The National Trust is marking its 130th birthday by unveiling ambitious plans for the next decade, as it launches a new 10-year strategy to ‘ramp up' its efforts to address the climate and nature crises.

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The plans follow a public consultation with more than 70,000 people – including members, volunteers and industry partners – sharing their views on the Trust's work and future direction.

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Director general at the National Trust, Hilary McGrady, said: "Today, nature is declining before our eyes and climate change is threatening homes and habitats on a colossal scale. Meanwhile, millions of people cannot enjoy the benefits that green space and heritage bring.  

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"So we will ramp up our work to restore nature, both on our own land and beyond our boundaries. We will work to end inequality of access to green space and cultural heritage. And we will inspire millions more people to take action to protect the things we all need to thrive."

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