Plans to protect Upton Heath are underway due to concerns over potential mineral excavation following news of an upcoming auction for part of the site. A meeting involved MP Vikki Slade, Dorset Wildlife Trust, and local councils to discuss safeguarding this Site of Special Scientific Interest, which supports numerous native reptiles and dragonfly species. Historic permissions for mineral extraction could threaten public access and wildlife if reopened. Slade emphasized the heath’s ecological significance and uniqueness. Discussions included potential funding and public campaigns to secure the land and enhance protections for this vital habitat.
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