Article: Nature watchdog to cut red squirrel haven; EXCLUSIVE Protest by 5,000 is rejected as Government backs plans to fell 25% of woodland reserve.(News)

Byline: BY ROB MERRICK Political Correspondent

A PLEA to halt the destruction of part of Formby's famous red squirrel refuge has been rejected - even though the Government admits squirrel numbers will probably dip.

Environment Secretary Hilary Benn has insisted plans to fell 75 hectares of woodland in Sefton - almost one quarter of the coastal woods - must go ahead.

Mr Benn rejected an appeal by 5,000 protesters to order a judicial review into Natural England's proposals, giving the organisation the green light to apply for a felling licence. The decision came despite Mr Benn admitting: "It is anticipated that habitat that could support up to ...

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