The evidence that nature recovery and environmental improvement underpin economic growth is robust and compelling. Accessible Nature-rich places are vital for tackling inequity and can assist in rendering communities more resilient to climate change impacts. By sharing know-how as to how this works in practice, EKN has a vital role to play in transforming the stewardship of land, water and nature across the UK, to the point where Nature-based solutions might be more fully embraced for the benefit of growth, health and national security. Tony juniper CBE, Chair, Natural England