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Calls for independent review into the value of National Parks

Do National Parks provide benefits for farming and rural communities?

Chris Brayford
clock • 5 min read
"Scotland's current two National Parks have been operational for over two decades now and we should understand the impact they are having, both positive and negative."
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"Scotland's current two National Parks have been operational for over two decades now and we should understand the impact they are having, both positive and negative."

Backlash to the creation of a third National Park in Scotland has thrown into question if current parks are having a positive impact on preserving the environment, wildlife and the farming communities...

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