The Forest Policy Group Want Your Perspective
Garve and District Community Council
Added at 12:38 on 01 June 2026
Sharon Smith at Forest Policy Group has emailed and would like our community members' perspective which should take 5 to 7 minutes ...
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"I am writing to you on behalf of the Forest Policy Group (FPG), a volunteer-led independent think tank dedicated to making Scotland’s forestry more diverse, community-focused, and ecologically resilient.
We want to ensure that local voices are heard in national policy discussions and have launched a short survey to gather views on how forestry is experienced and valued across the country.
Why your perspective matters
You do not need to be a forestry specialist to take part. Whether your residents live near a woodland, volunteer in local green spaces, or simply care about the Scottish environment, their views are essential. We are looking for honest feedback on:
- Local connections to forestry.
- The benefits and challenges of forestry in your area.
- Community involvement in land-use decision-making.
- Priorities for public funding and the environment.
How to take part
The survey is entirely anonymous and takes only 5 to 7 minutes to complete. You can access it here:
➡️ Link to Survey: https://forms.gle/QRtq65TCXVW7bzxD7
The survey will close at 11.59pm on Friday 19th June 2026.
FPG does great work to support local communities about forestry and woodlands, see our recent manifesto, and your voices through our survey can help us further with this work. "