Labour vows to introduce Scottish-style right to roam law in England
by Helena Horton Environment reporter from Environment | The Guardian on (#6BSQS)
Party promises to enshrine in law equal access to benefits of green spaces if it wins next election
The Labour party has pledged to introduce a Scottish-style right to roam law in England if it wins the next general election, with access to green space enshrined in law.
The shadow environment minister, Alex Sobel, made the announcement during a debate secured by the Green MP, Caroline Lucas, who has been campaigning for wider access to the countryside.
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