A vision of how England’s trees, woods and forests can yield environmental, social and economic benefits for future generations was set out today by Barry Gardiner, Minister for Biodiversity, Landscape and Rural Affairs.

The document, entitled Strategy for England Trees, Woods and Forests, aims to show how long-term sustainable management of trees, woods and forests can help people and wildlife adapt to climate change and how people can make the most of their local woodlands. It also aims to promote better markets for sustainable woodland products and services.

The document comes a week after Scotland's Forestry Commission were asked to put together a new wood-fuel task force.

Responding to the new strategy plan, Lord Clark of Windermere, Chairman of the Forestry Commission, described the The Sherwood Community Rangers Project as "an excellent example of the way the Forestry Commission works in partnership with local communities and other organisations to regenerate disused industrial land; to create green spaces for people to enjoy and to improve habitats for wildlife.“