Natasha’s Law comes into force
In this afternoon's blog we are looking at media coverage of Natasha’s Law which comes into force today.
Defra responds to coverage of UK decision on EU fishing licensing applications
On Tuesday 28th September 2021, the UK government announced the outcome of EU fishing licence applications. This gained broad coverage across national and trade titles, including a front page splash in the Telegraph. Coverage included outlets such as The Times, …
Government response to gene editing consultation
Today we are looking at media coverage of our plans to unlock the power of gene editing technologies to help our farmers grow more resistant, nutritious and productive crops.
Wildlife Trusts funding coverage
The Wildlife Trusts raise £25m in a year to help aid nature recovery
England’s riverbanks and watercourses to be planted with new woodland
Positive coverage of Defra’s new Woodlands for Water project which aims to plant over 3,000 trees along England’s rivers, in partnership with the Rivers Trust, National Trust, Woodland Trust and the Beaver Trust.
New report underlines need for joined-up action to protect rivers
Today’s blog looks at a new report underlining the need for a joined-up approach to improve river health.
WHO updates guideline levels for air pollutants
In today’s blog we look at media coverage of the World Health Organization’s updated guidelines for air pollutants.
New GB consultation to protect plants from harmful pests and diseases
On today's blog, we look into the media coverage of today’s launch of a consultation to protect plants from harmful pests and diseases.
Speculative coverage on the gene editing consultation response
On today's blog we look into reports on speculation around the upcoming government response to the recent Gene Editing consultation
National Audit Office Report on Future Farming
Today the National Audit Office has published a report on Defra’s Future Farming and Countryside Programme.