"Della Keable expressed her emotional connection to the forest, stating, 'the forest is part of our souls.' This sentiment reflects the deep-rooted ties families have with the land."
"Teresa Barnes voiced her frustration, saying, 'This is a very precious, traditional kind of place. We don't want to be lumped in with an urban area. We have to stop it.'"
Della Keable and other residents express deep emotional ties to the New Forest, opposing the UK government's plan to split its administration. The changes will place parts of the forest under urban authorities, causing anger among locals who feel their rural lives are threatened. A campaign group, New Forest Together, has mobilized quickly, gathering significant support against the reorganization. Residents fear that city-focused politicians will undermine their traditional way of life and are calling for legal action to challenge the decision.
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