Some findings from their report include that:
the targets on tree planting and peatland restoration in the draft Plan provide a clear commitment, but that while notable gains have been made since the 2020 CCP update, the rate of both activities has not increased as much as was anticipated in 2020;
the CCP should more clearly specify how peatland restoration and tree planting sites will be prioritised;
industry stakeholders said that sustained public funding for tree planting and peatland restoration was needed;
a range of evidence was heard on the role of private finance in peatland restoration and woodland creation, with some saying it is essential to accelerate progress and others suggesting it could have unintended consequences.