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Commission of Inquiry

The findings of the Commission of Inquiry represent the collaboration between peatland experts from land management, science and policy from across the UK and internationally to highlight the degree of damage to UK peatlands and the threats that this poses to society.
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Peatland biodiversity - butterflies & moths

Healthy functioning peatlands are vital for biodiversity. While much of the focus is on the specialised plants found on peat bogs, there are a number of butterflies and moths which are associated…

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Resources

The IUCN UK Peatland Programme exists to promote peatland restoration in the UK and advocates the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice. The resources created by our partnership help us to do this and are freely available to use.
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Bog Day resources

We and our partners have produced a range of resources for all ages, which aim to inspire and educate about the fascinating world of peatlands which can be used for Bog Day.
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New Year Honours for peatland specialist

Natural Resources Wales’ senior peatland specialist, Dr Peter Jones, has been awarded an MBE for services to Welsh peatlands and to the community in Wales.

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Peatland Code

The Peatland Code is a voluntary standard for UK peatland projects wishing to market the climate benefit of restoration.

The Peatland Code provides assurance and clarity for business and other investors in peatland restoration projects through independent validation and verification. The Peatland Code works on the basis that during restoration, carbon savings are made through rapid emissions reductions.
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Biodiversity

Peatlands form the UK’s largest extent of semi-natural habitat and play an important role in conserving a wide range of species. Many of these species are rare and/or declining and are priorities for conservation action.  
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An update on the Peatland Code

The Peatland Code continues to grow rapidly with 79 projects now registered and 10,300 ha of expected peatland restoration.

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Wales Peatland Action

The restoration aims for Wales Peatland Action is gathering further momentum as 1650 hectares of peatland are put on the road to restoration in first two years of the programme.