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<p>The Government has published advice on how to help hedgehogs through the creation
of hedgehog havens and making gardens as welcoming as possible. This can be accessed
at: <a href="http://www.gov.uk/government/news/five-simple-steps-to-transform-gardens-in-to-hedgehog-havens"
target="_blank">www.gov.uk/government/news/five-simple-steps-to-transform-gardens-in-to-hedgehog-havens</a></p><p>
</p><p>We support the excellent work being undertaken by the British Hedgehog Preservation
Society and the People’s Trust for Endangered Species, such as the Hedgehog Street
campaign and their Conservation Strategy for Hedgehogs which sets out a ten year approach
to supporting this species. Natural England is taking action to address some of the
objectives in this strategy.</p><p> </p><p>As set out in the 25 Year Environment Plan,
we are committed to creating or restoring 500,000 hectares of wildlife-rich habitat
to provide benefits for species such as the hedgehog. Agri-environment schemes such
as Countryside Stewardship provide funding to restore, extend and link important habitats
and boost food resources for a range of species including hedgehogs.</p><p> </p><p>These
actions are at a national level. We do not hold information on how they are being
taken forward in the East Midlands specifically.</p><p> </p>
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