CountrySlide

75: SSSI Debacle

April 24, 2026·58 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

A recent article stated that there have been no new SSSIs (Sites of special scientific interest) designated since 2023, leaving important areas vulnerable to developments from housing and industry. The guys give their thoughts on this, the designation process and we learn about Negus' recent exploits as a demonstrator. CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.You can contact us by email on: contact@countryslide.co.ukLinks- Richard Prideaux's recent scribehound piece- Subscribe on Patreon for extra content (you can cancel at any time)- If you enjoy what we do, consider a one-off tip on Ko-fi- Sign up to our Newsletter - The Rural Register- CountrySlide website- Negus' book tour dates can be found here- Land Use FrameworkThe HostsRichard Negus websiteCallum McInerney-Riley websiteRichard Prideaux websiteEdited and Produced by Amy Green for Rural and Outdoor.

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