In her office in the old part of the House of the Province in Arnhem, the Gelderland nitrogen deputy Ans Mol (BBB) explains that it was a necessary challenge to push through to ensure the smooth granting of permits. With the measures now in place, she hopes not only for nature restoration, but also for clarity and perspective for agriculture and horticulture. What is the current status of the strip policy for nitrogen reduction areas? 'As the Provincial Executive, we have established the policy and translated the measures into draft rules in the environmental ordinance. That ordinance has been open for review and that period has recently ended. There have been quite a few comments submitted, but the number was relatively manageable; when I issue a permit for a wind farm, I often receive more. The comments must now be answered, after which the complete package will go to the Provincial States for final approval. Once they approve the ordinance, the policy will be legally ...