Nature conservation

The Suffolk Coastal district is recognised internationally for its nature conservation interest. Many sites throughout the district, particularly in the coastal area, have been designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) (new window) under provisions in the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (new window).

There are also over 200 sites of local importance for nature conservation in the Suffolk Coastal district known as County Wildlife Sites (new window).

The Suffolk Coastal Local Plan includes policies to ensure that wildlife interests are taken into account when considering planning proposals which affect these and other sites.

Further information can be found on the following websites:

• Suffolk County Council (new window)
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• Suffolk Wildlife Trust (new window)
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• Suffolk Biological Records Centre (new window)
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• Joint Nature Conservation Committee (new window)
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• UK Biodiversity Action Plan (new window)
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• Natural England (new window)