Borough residents are being urged to have their say on a new blueprint designed to protect and improve nature and green spaces across the West Midlands.
A public consultation is under way to help prepare the West Midlands Local Nature Recovery Strategy. It is being led by the West Midlands Combined Authority in conjunction with councils and partners.
Councillor Simon Phipps, cabinet member for economy and infrastructure, said: “While expert knowledge has been critical in developing the LNRS, it is equally important to understand the views of people who live and work in the region.
“That includes people in our borough, and I’d really like as many people as possible to take part in this consultation.
“In a survey conducted by WMCA last year, nearly two thirds of those who responded said green spaces were important. As such, we have to protect them at all costs.
“This strategy will help preserve our beauty spots for future generations to enjoy and protect habitats so wildlife can continue to flourish and thrive.”
The West Midlands LNRS consultation runs until Friday September 12. People can read the draft LNRS and have their say on it at wmca.org.uk.
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