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New rules will be introduced which will save farmers money whilst also better protecting the water environment.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Secretary of State Michael Gove sets out how support for farmers will be simplified.
The Environment Secretary has announced plans to streamline support for farmers
Michael Gove has set out the government's position on animal sentience after we leave the EU in a Written Ministerial Statement
Entitlement values and greening rates increased for 2017 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
Agreement puts cross-border arrangements for water on a footing fit for the 21st century
New bathing water quality statistics show England's favourite swimming spots have maintained high standards.
The UK has become one of the first nations to complete ratification of a landmark agreement to reduce emissions from appliances that play a major role in global warming
Opinion piece from Environment Secretary Michael Gove on plans to consult on a new, independent body for environmental standards.
On Saturday 11 November Environment Minister Thérèse Coffey gave a speech at the UN Climate Change Conference in Bonn, Germany.
Environment Secretary Michael Gove announces plans to consult on a new, independent body for environmental standards
Defra will take forward plans following extremely positive reaction from the industry, welfare groups and the public
Professor Ian Bateman and Professor Colin Galbraith have been reappointed as Independent Members of the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC).
Michael Gove says the UK supports further restrictions on the use of neonicotinoids due to their effects on bees and other pollinators.
The Environment Minister has announced new arrangements for the Forestry Commission in England.
New technology and kit being put to the test in flood exercise
Lord Gardiner presented 17 pollinator 'champions' with certificates at the annual Bees' Needs Champions awards at Kew Gardens.
Defra and the Environment Agency will be undertaking a review of multi-agency flood plans produced by local resilience forums.
The two-month countdown has begun for the Countryside Stewardship Woodland Creation Grant.
Ministers, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and affected countries work together to stamp out wildlife crime at the 2018 Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference.
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