100th anniversary of the Campaign to Protect Rural England

Early day motion 559, tabled 9 July 2026 by Freddie Van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 16 members.

That this House celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), founded in 1926 as the Council for the Preservation of Rural England; recognises a century of outstanding work protecting, enhancing and championing England’s countryside for the benefit of communities, nature and future generations; notes CPRE’s historic contribution to the establishment of Green Belts, National Parks, protections for hedgerows and dark skies, and its long-standing advocacy for sustainable land use and planning policies; commends the dedication of its members, volunteers, supporters and local branches across England who have helped safeguard cherished landscapes and promote access to green spaces; further recognises the important work of CPRE Oxfordshire and local campaigners across the Henley and Thame constituency in protecting valued landscapes, green spaces and rural communities; acknowledges the organisation’s continuing work to address the challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change, rural sustainability and equitable access to nature; and wishes CPRE every success in its centenary year as it continues to protect and regenerate the countryside for the next hundred years.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 15, DUP 1.