An LGAP provides a framework for action at the local level. It should prioritise activities and identify which actions require funding. This will help you decide where to look for financial support.

English Nature (now Natural England) has directly contributed to the development of LGAPs in a number of areas. For further information contact Jonathan Larwood, at [email protected]

To date, the main source of funding has been the Aggregates Levy Sustainability Fund, through either the Natural England or the Mineral Industry Research Organisation (MIRO) grant schemes. See also the Sustainable Land Won and Marine Dredged Aggregates Minerals Programme (SAMP) at www.dclgaggregatefund.co.uk