EXMOOR National Park Authority is seeking views on the draft of a new five-year Partnership Plan designed to prevent the moor being “preserved in aspic”.
Park authority committee chairman Robin Milton said the plan was for everyone who cares about Exmoor – the place, its communities and the benefits the national park provides to the nation.
“Exmoor is a special place, protected for the nation as a national park,” he said. “We know that it is cherished and celebrated by the people who live here, and who visit.
“This five-year Partnership Plan sets out the Vision for Exmoor, and what is required to maintain the special qualities of the national park.
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“It’s called a Partnership Plan because we know it can only be achieved through working with partner organisations, communities, visitors and businesses. So this consultation on the draft plan is really important, and I hope that as many people as possible will send us their comments.”
Consultation is open now and runs until October 30. For information and to comment, visit the Exmoor National Park website.