Regional Development Strategy Specific Measures

A number of specific measures are highlighted and these include: - • encouraging the protection and enhancement of open spaces and playing facilities for the long-term benefit of the whole community (ENV 6.4); • recognising the value of 'greenery' including community greenways, woodlands and landscape to health and well-being (ENV 6.4); • creating and managing green spaces in cities, towns and villages to serve multiple purposes and contribute to distinctive local character (ENV 3.3); • recognising the contribution which natural and semi-natural habitats can make to the character of urban spaces and promoting measures which will lead to the enhancement of biodiversity and the quality of our lives (ENV 3.3); • preventing town cramming and seeking the provision of adequate areas of open space, playing facilities, woodland and landscaping within easy walking reach of homes, for physical activity, rest and leisure use, especially in densely populated and disadvantaged communities, and in new developments (ENV 7.1);