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Moving Forward into SCaMP2. Catchment Management – Moving Forward. SCaMP1 success We have been busy laying foundations for delivery on the rest of our estates Draft farm and common land plans completed Stakeholders briefed and consulted on Programme principles. SCaMP2.
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Catchment Management – Moving Forward • SCaMP1 success • We have been busy laying foundations for delivery on the rest of our estates • Draft farm and common land plans completed • Stakeholders briefed and consulted on Programme principles
SCaMP2 • Extends the existing approach to SCaMP1 • Environment Agency’s National Environmental Programme • Full support from OfWAT in AMP5 Final Determination • Final Letter of Commendation from Drinking Water Inspectorate • Supported by: • Natural England • Forestry Commission, • Natural Trust • RSPB • Lake District National Park Authority • A wide range of partners and stakeholders who have specific or interests in how SCaMP deliver some of their objectives
SCaMP 2 Objectives • To develop an integrated approach to catchment management incorporating sustainable upland farming which delivers a range of water quality, environmental and public goods • Specific • Improved raw water quality • Securing and improving the carbon flux management of our land • Biodiversity plans for priority habitats and species • Viable living for our tenant farmers
SCaMP2 – further benefits • Protecting and enhancing heritage • Promoting social wellbeing through access to green open space • Enhancing and supporting recreation • Downstream hydraulic improvements