Water company fines to be invested back into the environment
Under new plans, money from water company fines will be invested directly back into environmental and water quality improvement projects.
Defra Press Office
Welsh Leeks protection in the media
Today we are looking at our new protection for Welsh Leeks.
Daily Express coverage of £20 million funding for woodlands
Today we are looking at media coverage of new Government funding for woodlands.
Boost for UK fishing industry with new infrastructure projects
There has been a widespread of coverage across the UK following our announcement that £20 million of funding has been awarded to winning seafood projects.
Storm overflow discharges in the media
This government wants clean and safe rivers, lakes and seas, and we have been clear that we will hold water companies to account if they do not comply with our environmental regulations.
Further reports of egg shortages
There has been further coverage of some supermarkets reporting shortages in supplies of eggs, following the avian influenza outbreak and rising costs for farmers due to the war in Ukraine.
Frequently Asked Questions about the current bird flu outbreak
Useful information for journalists interested in the bird flu outbreak
Flood Action Week
There has been widespread coverage of Environment Agency warnings to be prepared for possible flooding this winter, as it continues its awareness campaign - Flood Action Week - to encourage those who live in areas at risk of flooding to act now to protect their home, possessions and family
Drought may remain beyond spring 2023 - EA’s National Drought Group
The latest National Drought Group meeting forecasts average rainfall over winter will not be enough to prevent drought conditions in some areas next year.
Government committed to halting decline in nature
In today’s blog we set out our commitment to the environment and respond to concerns raised by the National Trust and other environmental charities.