These can include:
- other government departments and agencies
- local authorities
- non-governmental Organisations (NGOs)
- community councils
- neighbours
- local interest groups
We make applications available for public comment by means of our public registers.
Have your say on forestry plans and proposals
Stakeholders and communities can offer valuable knowledge and insights that can be of great assistance when formulating forest management or woodland creation proposals.
Moreover, developing a proactive dialogue can help:
- improve decision making
- implement forestry proposals more effectively
- lead to a culture of co-operation and support
Within our Forestry Engagement and Consultation Processes, we describe the different stages of the proposal development and approval process, including when engagement and consultation happens.
Forestry engagement and consultations processes
We set out:
- the types of forestry activities we consult on
- where you can find more information on a particular project
- how you can provide us with your comments
We also explain our process for:
- resolving complex cases
- requesting a review of a decision, complaints and appeals
