Road Verge Habitat Action Plan Objectives

Road Verge Habitat Action Plan Objectives

Road Verge HAP Actions

Objectives

1. Support the UK and Surrey BAP
2. Identify mechanisms and measures so that the relevant highway authority, in partnership with its term contractor and others, can carry out work that will conserve and enhance biodiversity on the road network and adjoining areas
3. Achieve a balance between the primary function of safety on the highway network and opportunities for wildlife conservation and enhancement
4. Identify, survey, map and monitor verges of biodiversity interest
5. Carry out habitat and species enhancement on roadside verges through appropriate management wherever possible
6. Encourage the creation and management of linear features that link habitats and provide corridors alongside roads for species migration
7. Effective use of resources to fulfil obligations and enhance biodiversity
8. Raise awareness of the value of road verges for biodiversity
9. Ensure that members of the public can report issues relating to the Road Verge HAP