…By Henry George for TDPel Media.
They argue that the ruling, which challenges a nearly 40-year-old legislation, could have implications for bird-watching, fishing, and other activities.
A group of protesters, including Green Party MP Caroline Lucas, gathered outside the Royal Courts of Justice during the hearing, emphasizing the need to protect Dartmoor and arguing for equal access to its natural beauty.
The OSS’s Argument:
Morshead contended that camping, particularly involving tents, should not be considered open-air recreation, as the purpose of a tent is to provide shelter from the elements.
The appeal by the Dartmoor National Park Authority argues that the judge’s interpretation of the law was incorrect and failed to recognize camping as a form of open-air recreation.