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Brief overview of a Group Footpath Officer’s Work
To further the Ramblers Association’s aims to secure free access along Public Rights Of Way (PROW).
To see PROW on foot recorded, maintained, and kept free of obstruction in accordance with the law.
To liaise with other local organisations and user groups with interest in PROW to promote common views and aims. (eg. Attend PROW liaison meetings and local access forums)
To report problems and make complaints.
To receive circulars and material produced by Central Office.
To receive copies of planning applications from local Councils which may affect PROW (eg public path creation, diversions, and extinguishments)
To receive footpath problem reports.
To visit sites (with other Committee members) in connection with any of the above, implement Ramblers’Association guidelines, and/or respond to as necessary. (eg. write to Councils, Highway Authorities, members of public etc.)
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