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Who manages the New Forest?
The New Forest is a unique landscape managed by various bodies, including the New Forest National Park Authority, Forestry England, and the Verderers. This multi-agency approach helps balance conservation, public access, and traditional commoning practices. Incidents like the A31 fire highlight the challenges of protecting such a sensitive area, requiring coordinated responses from all stakeholders.
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