WETLAND RESTORATION

That this House is concerned by the overwhelmingly unfavourable condition of Cumbrian wetlands revealed by Cumbria Wildlife Trust; acknowledges the importance of wetlands in providing economic, cultural and social benefits, which include carbon storage, hydrological regulation and increased biodiversity; applaudsCumbria Wildlife Trust and its volunteers for their commitment to safeguarding biodiversity; welcomes the launch of a three-year Upland Wetlands Restoration project to generate real gains in ecological capital; urges stakeholders to engage constructively to achieve positive environmental outcomes; and calls on the Government to support similar research, action and awareness raising in wetlands UK-wide.