UK Statutory Instrument 1979 United Kingdom

Forestry (Exceptions from Restriction of Felling) Regulations 1979

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DEFRA, Forestry Commission

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Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Government department responsible for environmental protection, food production and standards, agriculture, fisheries, and rural communities. Sets environmental policy and works with agencies …

Forestry Commission

Government department responsible for protecting, expanding, and promoting the sustainable management of woodlands in England. Issues felling licences, administers woodland creation grants, …

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Made under

Forestry Act 1967, Section 9 1967 Primary Act

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