Theresa May unveils new 25-year Environment Plan in speech at the London Wetland Centre

The video discusses the importance of forests in Lancashire and Yorkshire as carbon sinks and future recreational spaces. It highlights the social injustice of limited nature access for youth, especially from deprived backgrounds. National Park authorities aim to double youth engagement through school visits. A new Nature Friendly Schools Program will enhance school grounds in disadvantaged areas, supported by £10 million. The video concludes with a reflection on past environmental damage, urging better practices.

What role do Lancashire and Yorkshire play for the population of the north of England?

How does the effective exclusion of young people from the countryside represent a social injustice?

What initiatives are being taken to engage young people in learning about the natural world?

What are some examples of simple projects that can be implemented in schools to connect children with nature?

Reflect on the past environmental practices mentioned in the text. What are your thoughts on the impact of those actions?