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Newly named Moccas Park and Gillian’s Wood National Nature Reserve is home to ancient oaks and sweet chestnut trees dating back many hundreds of years.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Members were given an overview of the scale of the problem and challenges faced in the decommissioning of the site.
Marine Management Organisation has prioritised six ecologically significant inshore marine protected areas (MPAs) for assessment and management over the next year.
The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS), administered by Marine Management Organisation (MMO) on behalf of Defra, delivers investments to safeguard the long-term sustainability, resilience and prosperity of the seafood secto…
Some 6 defendants who repeatedly ignored Environment Agency advice about waste storage have been sentenced following an Agency investigation.
Surplus from the UK’s third carbon budget will not be carried forward – proving the UK's pragmatic approach to net zero is compatible with its climate targets.
Expanded Sustainable Farming Incentive offer from July will give the sector a clear path forward and boost farm business resilience.
The National Fisheries Laboratory has seen crucial developments on how species like Prussian carp and topmouth gudgeon can be controlled.
Legislation ending exports of livestock for slaughter and fattening receives Royal Assent
Four-year Engineering Design Services Framework is renewed with nine companies.
A father and son have been sentenced for operating an illegal waste site in Lancashire, following an investigation by the Environment Agency.
Events taking place during National Nature Reserves Week to showcase the benefits that National Nature Reserves bring to nature and people.
The RFCC chair appointments have been announced.
The 439-hectare National Nature Reserve will be a haven for people and a rich variety of species including kingfishers, rare ‘Charnwood spider’ and ancient oaks
Call for public and UK beekeepers to keep watch and report any sightings of Asian hornets this summer.
Grants awarded across 26 local authorities to target fly-tipping hotspots
The Preston and South Ribble Flood Risk Management Scheme has won a Considerate Constructors Scheme 2024 National Site Award.
New legislation in force from today in Great Britain makes changes to the requirements set out in the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013.
Dr Jenny Stewart takes up the role safeguarding animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and the economy
An angler has been fined £443 after being caught fishing illegally in Bedfordshire.
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