HS2 will destroy or damage hundreds of UK wildlife sites – report

Survey reveals internationally protected natural habitats are among the areas at risk

HS2 will destroy or irreparably damage five internationally protected wildlife sites, 693 local wildlife sites, 108 ancient woodlands and 33 legally protected sites of special scientific interest, according to the most comprehensive survey of its impact on wildlife.

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