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Outdoor civil wedding and partnership ceremonies in England and Wales are set to be legalised for the first time – offering greater choice to couples in a boost to the wedding sector.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Proposed planning reforms to support hospitality businesses, markets and historic visitor attractions so that outdoor space can be used more easily.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
People using pubs, restaurants and cafes will soon have greater freedom to choose non-smoking outdoor areas.
Damian Hinds launches #SummerOutdoors to encourage children to explore the world around them during the summer holidays
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
The Natural Connections Demonstration project has published new evidence on the benefits of outdoor learning to pupils, teachers and schools.
In collaboration with local leaders, the Health Secretary Matt Hancock has agreed to ease certain restrictions in Leicester.
The Environment Agency has launched a campaign calling on people to try out fishing this National Fishing Month (24th July - 30 August 2021)
Over 20 UK companies join with adventurer James Hooper to showcase UK outdoor activities and products at International Camping Fair in Seoul
Employment Tribunal decision.
Restrictions on the use of metaldehyde
A local charity providing vital support in Copeland has seen its outdoor play area transformed thanks to Sellafield Ltd, Mitie and a host of other suppliers.
New campaign will encourage young people to “respect, protect and enjoy” the countryside
The Traffic Commissioner in the North West of England written decision for JLS Outdoor Media Ltd (OC1144126) and Transport Managers David Bryan Harris & Richard George Iddon, dated 26 January 2021
Measures originally introduced during the pandemic will now be made permanent following public consultation.
PHE calls for people to be tick aware as the first case of a babesiosis is diagnosed in England.
Individual activists will be able to campaign outdoors in a COVID-secure way from 8 March, ahead of the English local elections in May.
Rugby ace Mike Tindall has experienced a day in the life of the Armed Forces as part of a Ministry of Defence (MOD) safety initiative to help keep the public safe when accessing military land.
Outdoor pubs, shops, gyms and hairdressers to reopen.
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