Our work includes:

• Protection of the countryside from inappropriate housing development or land allocation, by monitoring planning applications and responding to those which threaten the countryside
• Providing clear campaign objectives and advice on campaigning
• Establishment of County Branch Groups concerned with planning, rural affairs and transport
• Campaigning on relevant rural and associated urban issues
• Campaigning for an effective transport system that is sustainable and improving tranquility in the countryside and the well-being of local communities
• Restoration of the countryside character of rural roads
• Minimising the use of natural and non-renewable countryside resources
• Making more use of sustainable farming practices and recognition of the importance of local foods
• Promoting the best interests of Hampshire with the South Downs National Park and the newly designated New Forest National Park
• Supporting and assisting in the implementation of the current Hampshire Landscape Strategy and Biodiversity Action Plans
• Commenting on South East regional and local development plans
• Participation at public inquiries as required
• Offering advice and support to individuals and local organisations who are fighting their own planning or environmental campaigns
• Providing a forum for members to discuss local, regional and national issues
• Establishing working links with other relevant organisations.