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Communities secretary, James Brokenshire has called on developers to do more to protect British wildlife<\/h2>\n

For the first time, the government has set out its expectations on how developers can protect British wildlife, including using \u2018hedgehog highways\u2019 and hollow swift bricks \u2013 which are installed into the walls of new build homes, allowing the birds to nest safely.<\/p>\n

This follows public interest for protecting these animals, with one petition receiving support from over half a million people.<\/p>\n

From submitting proposals to councils to then building new homes, housebuilders should think about the long-term impact of their developments on the local ecosystem, both during and after construction.<\/p>\n

This includes greater emphasis on using innovative ways to protect British wildlife \u2013 such as drainage areas to create attractive wetlands for birds and amphibians to live alongside people.<\/p>\n

Brokenshire said: \u201cBuilding the new homes this country needs must not come at the detriment of our natural heritage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s right that as we deliver houses for people, we must also provide homes for wildlife too – whether that\u2019s for hedgehogs, frogs, newts or birds.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe public have told us that protecting wildlife is important to them \u2013 so my message to housebuilders is to harness this support and get building in a way that protects the environment for the next generation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Brokenshire has also called for developers to plant more trees and green meadows \u2013 giving vital insects such as the British honey bee a safe haven to thrive.<\/p>\n

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