REF:66-2205-273206 - No mow campus?

Your comment: Given that it is No Mow May and that a report has just come out about a 60% decline in insect numbers in the UK how much of the 'lawn' space will be set aside this year for wildflowers? Could we reconsider the extensive mowing policy currently employed at Aber Uni?

Our response:

Thank you for raising important concerns about biodiversity on campus. We have a detailed landscape management policy in place for our Penglais Campus, which was developed by experts and is designed to promote biodiversity and conservation of the landscape. In line with the expert advice, there are many areas where the grass is not cut to promote wildlife. We have several areas on our campuses that are managed to assist with the natural wildlife, and we have been working with several organisations to develop this. Recently we achieved our Silver Hedgehog Campus Friendly Award and are currently working with our Environment Department to obtain our Bee Friendly status, as we have several hives situated on our grounds.

We welcome feedback, to discuss how we can further develop our policy, including adding additional zones where grass is left uncut. We would be very keen to arrange a meeting to discuss this further with you; if you would like us to arrange a meeting, then please contact us on sports@aber.ac.uk