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The South Downs can be used as a “huge opportunity” to help protect from climate change, its new chief executive says. Sion McGeever has been appointed head of the South Downs National Park Authority having spent years working on environmental issues in the civil service with Defra. The new chief said the park “faces huge challenges in the nature and climate crises” but he looks forward to helping the area thrive.
Speaking ahead of taking up his post in November, Mr McGeever, 50, said: “Together we face huge challenges in the nature and climate crises. We must engage everyone, everywhere in tackling these. Read More: South Downs Way named among 15 greatest walks in Britain “Protected landscapes present a huge opportunity to do this and none more so than the South Downs thanks to the strong partnership working and deep passion, innovation and commitment of the staff and members, of the farmers, communities, volunteers, businesses and all who love this National Park.
“I can’t wait to be part of the journey to a more nature-rich, thriving South Downs National Park, loved and enjoyed by all.” Mr McGeever moved to the area nine years ago after returning from living in Tanzania. He is married and has two teenage children.
He is a keen outdoor swimmer and wildlife photographer..
