News 23rd January 2009
The frontline is now south of Chopwell Woods. We are consolidating by dealing with any squirrels that have managed to
get across the Tyne and small woodlands to the south. We have planned a major push for the middle of February.
News 28th October 2008
RSPP have recently had great publicity in many newspapers including:
News 21st January 2008
The partnership have been making the most of winter conditions. The bare tree canopy has allowed those who are
shooting to make great progress with noticeable results. The relative scarcity and importance of food, combined with
some bright sunny mornings has allowed trapping to remain successful over the last few months.
RSPP has been making sustained efforts to clear woods in the Slaley and Dipton Woods Red Squirrel Reserves and 5km buffer
zones. We have also expanded operations to include the areas of the Rivers Allen and South Tyne. The Derwent valley
has also seen much activity with a big increase in householders with traps in domestic gardens. If you live in these areas
and wish to help trap please call the number on the home page.
