The council is trying to improve habitats for wildlife by managing road verges and open spaces differently. The Hatch Warren and Beggarwood Biodiversity Improvement Zone (BIZ) is a pilot project that the council is undertaking to improve biodiversity along verges and open spaces. Here is all you need to know.
Why is grass being left uncut? Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council are responsible for mowing over 6 million metres² - equivalent to cutting over 1,000 football pitches. This spring, rain and spells of warm weather have created perfect grass growing weather meaning that in many areas the grass is longer than usual.