A brief guide to restrictions on CRoW access land - part 4
By the relevant authority imposing a restriction
The relevant authority may close or restrict access for nature and heritage conservation, public safety or fire risk without any application from the landowner. Landowners may not apply for closures or restrictions for nature or heritage conservation.
The relevant authority will be advised by English Nature (EN) and English Heritage (EH) as to where restrictions for nature or heritage conservation should be considered. The Secretary of State may also exclude or restrict access on the grounds of defence or national security. Under this provision, restrictions or closures can be made for any length of time but must be reviewed not less than every five years.
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