Local Access Forum

The Local Access Forum (LAF) is independent from the County Council and advises on countryside matters.

We offer advice to:

• Nottinghamshire County Council
• Your district or borough and parish council
• Natural England
• Central Government and others.

The LAF aims to:

• safeguard the character of Nottinghamshire's countryside
• improve public access
• encourage enjoyment of our rights of way network.

We have quarterly meetings, and members of the public are welcome to come along.

The LAF was set up in 2003 as a requirement of the Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act). This was also when Open Access was first introduced, for more information on open access take a look at finding your way.

The members of the LAF are local people, balanced between those who:

• access the countryside
• manage the land
• or have an interest in the local community and conservation.

We work together to improve access for all users of the countryside whilst protecting biodiversity and the legitimate interests of landowners.

Download the Local Access Forum information leaflet [PDF 106KB]

The Local Access Forum handbook commissioned by Natural England is available on-line
http://www.countryside.gov.uk/LAR/Access/LAF/index.asp

Nottingham City Local Access Forum

Nottingham City Local Access Forum works with Nottingham City Council on access issues within the city. For more informtion visit their website: www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/cdtm_local_access_forum.htm