Welcome to IPROW
The Institute of Public Rights of Way and Access Management is the professional body which represents individuals employed in the management of public rights of way and other access in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, principally as local government officers.
Its members cover the whole of the field of access work, from countryside rangers putting in gates to enforcement officers, path inspectors, strategic access developers and solicitors, as well as those maintaining the definitive map and making public path orders.
Membership
Being a member of IPROW means being in the know – having access to the very best professional advice and being confident you are up to date with the latest changes to case law, legislation, regulations and Government advice.
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Advertise with IPROW
IPROW is the leading source of information about job vacancies for people working in the access and rights of way profession. Our journal Waymark also carries a range of product and services advertisements and is distributed to all members and subscribers four times a year.
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IPROW's latest news
Dog walking on Forestry Commission land
From Forestry Commission:
Dog walking in your woodlands – help us develop better guidance and support by telling us about your experiences
The Forestry Commission is developing guidance for managing dogs in woodlands in England, we have developed a short survey as a way to collect your thoughts on a range of issues that affect landowners and visitors alike, we'd greatly appreciate your time and input on this survey.
Cut-off date regulations
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (Substitution of Cut-off Date Relating to Rights of Way) (England) Regulations 2023 10 have been published and are due to come into effect on 17 Nov 23 unless annulled.
Defra on ROW reform programme
Defra on ROW reform programme
From Paul Ballinger, Defra, ROW Reform team
Need a Rights of Way specialist?
Training and events
IPROW is continually developing new training courses, delivered by professionals in the rights of way field and tailored to the needs of members.
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