Robert Souter Email & Phone Number

A very competent ecological consultant with considerable experience in managing numerous large infrastructure and housing projects, including those involving European nature conservation sites. Detailed understanding and experience of the UK planning process and particular experience and expertise in Ecological Impact Assessments. Written many chapters on ecology for Environmental Statements, provided information towards Habitats Regulations Assessments and assisted with preparing evidence for Public Inquiries. Prepared management plans particularly for Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) and promoting and supporting nature conservation as part of development projects.An all-round field ecologist with broad knowledge and experience in many aspects of ecological survey, but with specialist knowledge of birds and invertebrates. A holder of a Great Crested Newt survey licence and several development licences.

Listed skills include Biodiversity, Ecology, Ecological Assessment, Environmental Awareness, and 9 others.

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  Principal Ecological Consultant

  Ecological Planning & Research

  Jun 2002 - Present