An investigation by the Mail has discovered staff at Natural England, NatureScot and the Rural Payments Agency have worked from Asia , North America and even Australia.
Councillor Andrew Gardner said Natural England are putting 'plants before people' as they continue to reject plans to clear vegetation from Hoylake beach in the Wirral.
Tony Juniper (pictured) suggested sports such as golf and horse-riding should remain a limited activity for the 'better off' due to the impact they would have on the land if they were to expand.
Bill Buckler has permanently damaged the seaside cliff after piling concrete pillars into it for the foundations of the 60ft wide structure, according to environment group Natural England.
Over 20 years ago, Andrew Cooper became the tenant of National Trust-owned Croydon Hoe Farm, in North Devon - and received £200,000 for leaving his fields uncultivated.