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Warwickshire, Solihull and Coventry Local Access Forum
The Local Access Forum (LAF) exists to advise the Appointing Authorities and other organisations on the improvement of public access to the countryside and public rights of way – both rural and urban – for the purpose of open-air recreation and enjoyment of the area.

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The Warwickshire, Solihull and Coventry Local Access Forum

In 2002 the three authorities agreed to set up a joint Local Access Forum, or 'LAF', in response to a new duty introduced by the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. The membership of the LAF includes a Councillor from each of the three authorities, as well as individuals representing various interests from across the three authority areas.

The first meeting of the LAF was held on 20 April 2003.

	Related Documents
	Terms of Reference	Current Terms of Reference Effective from 5 October 2006 onwards. These are specific to this Local Access Forum and set out the detail relating to the operation of the Forum. Previous Terms of Reference - effective from 11 May 2006 to 5 October 2006 - effective from 20 April 2003 to 11 May 2006
	Legislation & Guidance	Handbook for LAF members (published March 2008) Guidance issued by Natural England. The Local Access Forums (England) Regulations 2007 These are the regulations which set out the framework within which the Forum must operate. Guidance on Local Access Forums in England (published February 2007) This is the guidance issued to authorities by DEFRA. Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 This is the legislation which required the setting up of the Local Access Forums.