The Network
The Network
"The creation of a Central Scotland Green Network will complement improvements in rail, road and communications infrastructure, making Central Scotland a more attractive place to live in, do business and visit. Improving the health and resilience of the natural environment will help it to adapt to climate change. A well-planned increase in woodland cover can substantially enhance the landscape settings of our towns and cities, bring vacant and derelict land back into beneficial use, improve biodiversity and amenity and help to absorb CO 2.
Improvements can also be made to networks of other habitats, including wetlands, to counter fragmentation and assist species migration. The development of footpath and cycleway networks and other facilities and attractions will contribute to a more sustainable transport network and expand the range of recreational opportunities close to major centres of population, helping to encourage active travel and healthier lifestyles. The greening agenda will vary substantially in different parts of Central Scotland, providing tailored responses to local and regional challenges and opportunities."
National Planning Framework 2, July 2009
