Coverage of electrical waste recycling plans
Today we are looking at coverage following the launch of our electrical waste recycling consultation.
Coverage of Fisheries negotiations 2023
Annual fisheries negotiations took place between the UK, EU and Norway this autumn, where catch levels were agreed for over 80 important stocks including northern shelf cod and North Sea saithe.
COP28: Government confirms Supermarket essentials will no longer be linked to illegal deforestation
Today we are looking at media coverage of the announcements the government made on Nature Day at COP28.
Unlimited financial penalties for environmental offences will mean “polluters always pay.”
Companies who breach their environmental permits now face unlimited financial penalties following major changes to Variable Monetary Penalties (VMPs).
Environment Agency response to Panorama investigation
Today’s blog outlines the Environment Agency’s response to an investigation by BBC Panorama
Coverage of XL Bully definition
Today we are looking at media coverage around the definition of an XL Bully type dog.
New measures to boost access to nature announced
The start of a search for a new National Park is amongst new nature projects announced today.
Response to Surfers Against Sewage report
Today (21 November) there has been media coverage of a report by Surfers Against Sewage which claims 60% of inland swimming spots that they monitored would be classified as ‘poor’ if officially designated as bathing waters. To note, it is …
Coverage of NAO report on resilience to flooding
Today we are responding to coverage of the National Audit Office’s report on resilience to flooding.
Update on beet sugar negotiations
Annual price negotiations are ongoing between British Sugar and NFU Sugar on next year’s beet sugar price, with no agreement yet being reached. A Defra spokesperson said: Defra has had further discussion with all parties. The Government recognises the importance …