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Upton Heath
UNKNOWN_Upton_Heath_2026-04-16.txt - 16 April 2026
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1
At a Glance
This petition concerning upton heath was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.
Issue Summary
The petitioners are concerned about the potential mineral ex[2D[K
extraction at Upton Heath, a protected Site of Special Scientific Interest [K
and Special Area of Conservation in Mid Dorset and North Poole, which could[5D[K
could damage biodiversity and the site’s importance for wildlife and public[6D[K
public wellbeing.
Action Requested
The House of Commons is urged to take action to secure th[2D[K
the preservation of the whole of Upton Heath as a public natural asset.
Key Facts
- 1,763 petitioners
- £110,000 raised via crowdfunder in two weeks
- Upton Heath is a protected Site of Special Scientific Interest and Specia[6D[K
- Special Area of Conservation
- Local people oppose the use of Upton Heath for mineral extraction
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
16 April 2026
Vikki Slade
Lib Dem
Mid Dorset and North Poole
I rise to present a petition about Upton Heath in my constituency and note my personal interest as a regular user and contributor to the fundraiser. Alongside helping to raise almost £110,000 in two weeks via a crowdfunder, the 1,763 petitioners and I note the importance of Upton Heath as a natural asset for the wide range of species that call it home and for those who spend time there for their wellbeing. Heath restoration needs to be prioritised and mineral extraction prevented. I thank everyone who donated to bring the site back into public ownership this week. The petition states:
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