We believe major property developments must protect existing trees, hedgerows, ponds, meadows, and other natural features, and developers who break planning rules should be held more accountable.

The Government should: 1. Require early ecological surveys that prioritise keeping habitats and natural features in place. 2. Mandate sustainable drainage, wildlife features, and on-site green measures, with off-site credits only if demonstrably unavoidable. 3. Create a national register of serious planning breaches, with extra scrutiny for repeat offenders. We believe these reforms would reduce flood risk, save costs, reward responsible developers, and protect communities.