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Speech by Environment Secretary Steve Reed at the Dock Shed in London, setting out his vision for a circular economy
New sewage data shows small drop in the number of sewage spills in 2024, but duration has increased.
In front of industry titans, Environment Secretary Steve Reed to outline plan to cut waste across industry as part of Government’s Plan for Change
Funding boost for specialist rural and wildlife crime units.
New standards will set the bar for nature investments, prevent greenwashing and helping business invest in restoring nature
His reappointment comes as Environment Secretary, Steve Reed, is rewiring and reforming Defra and its arm's-length bodies to unlock growth under the Plan for Change
The ‘National Estate for Nature’ met to discuss land management plans to meet the country’s legal Environment Act targets.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed visited Cambridge to discuss the region’s urgent water needs.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed visited Havant Thicket reservoir, which will help future-proof water supply in the South East.
Reforms to modernise bathing waters could see swimmers enjoying cleaner water and flexible seasons, as government states plans to bolster bathing water rules.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed will today (Monday 10 March) set out government ambition to end sewage discharged into Windermere
Environment Secretary to announce reform package to boost farmers’ profitability as part of the Plan for Change
Speech by Environment Secretary Steve Reed at the NFU Conference
The Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 has today received Royal Assent, boosting the powers of water sector regulators to tackle pollution.
A record £2.65 billion will be committed to build or maintain up to 1,000 flood defences, protecting more than 66,000 properties.
Steve Reed sets out how the most sophisticated land use data ever published will support decision-making by local government, landowners, businesses and farmers
The Government has launched a consultation on a new approach to Land Use empowering decision makers with the toolkit to protect the most productive agricultural land and boost food security.
Statement of key findings from the Environmental Improvement Plan rapid review launched on 30 July 2024.
The EA, working closely with Natural England, has secured the largest ever environmental commitment from water companies since privatisation.
A new Nature Restoration Fund will accelerate infrastructure projects and enable developers to meet their environmental obligations faster.
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