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Core Strategy OptionsNationalYesLocalYesIs it informed by evidence?YesDorset Biodiversity Strategy (2003)Preferred Option ME 5Climate Change adaptationThrough options ME1 to ME4 the Core Strategy will promote improvements to the condition ofsites of biodiversity importance through new development, thereby increasing their resilienceto climate change. Reconnecting fragmented habitats and establishing wildlife corridors will beincluded as objectives within a strategy to develop a network of interconnected GreenInfrastructure (See Preferred Option HE14). Design principles delivered through the GreenInfrastructure strategy and options proposed through the Creating High Quality and DistinctiveEnvironments Chapter will promote ‘permeability’ to allow wildlife to move through newdevelopments and ‘green corridors’ (such as those currently identified in the Christchurch LocalPlan). Management plans should be produced for sites which are likely to be significantlyaffected by climate change such as those within areas threatened by sea level rise or morefrequent flooding.Why is it Preferred?Gives protection to environmentally sensitive sites which may be adversely affected by ClimateChange.Does it conform to the rules, regulations and advice?NationalYesLocalYesIs it informed by evidence?YesThe Catchment Abstraction Management Strategy for the Hampshire Avon and River Stour –Environment Agency (2004 and 2006).South West Biodiversity Implementation Plan (Biodiversity: a Natural Advantage for the SouthWest) (2004)Core Strategy Options September 29th, 2010 Christchurch and East Dorset Council Meetings229