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National Trust urges public to 'act responsibly' as wildfire risk continues

The National Trust has warned against the ‘irresponsible’ use of barbeques when visiting the countryside, after hundreds of acres of moorland and forestry have been engulfed by wildfires due to recent dry weather.

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National Trust urges public to 'act responsibly' as wildfire risk continues

Rangers also warned litter had become an issue during lockdown, with the RSPCA receiving more than 21,600 reports of animals caught in rubbish. "Please keep hold of your litter until you find a bin,...

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