We must replace the EU’s clunky and inflexible CAP with a system that rewards public goods, not box-ticking.
These months of change have electrifying potential for renewal and reform. Such opportunities are precious.
5,000 new homes are being provided alongside our waterways in the next five years. The proceeds are used to keep our canals, rivers, reservoirs, and docks in good repair.
It is quite possible to build attractive new homes – and to use some of the proceeds to enhance the environment.
A third of consumers internationally are now choosing to ‘buy from brands they believe are doing social or environmental good’.
A shockingly large number are caused by arsonists. There should be an award events for those who help to combat this menace.
We have a civic duty to uphold and defend our collective natural inheritance. The planning system is not flawless but it has an important role.
The current rules blur the line between fishing waters and properly-protected areas, and our Overseas Territories need more support.
As Sir Roger Scruton notes: “Architecture is a public art: whether we like it or not, we are forced to witness it.”
We boast the lowest council tax in Kent by a significant margin and retain our grammar schools. We are also revitalising derelict waterfronts.
Rather than “one size fits all” directives from City Hall we must allow local communities to have the chance to innovate.
We offer social housing with traditional design and also saving our tenants around £500 a year on fuel bills. The Government should back this approach.
Today, Parliament can play a huge part in helping us achieve that post-Brexit vision, securing the long-term connections the country needs.
Far from being a loss to the community they are more often derelict buildings and surplus land which can be used for housing.
From creating more green and blue spaces, to GPs prescribing walks and gardening, nature can be a soothing, healing influence.