Media coverage of the launch of the Great British Spring Clean
Today we are looking at media coverage of the launch of the annual Great British Spring Clean.
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Next phase of bTB eradication strategy confirmed
In today’s blog, we look at our announcement on the next phase of the Government’s strategy to eradicate TB
The Guardian on Environment Bill return
Today we are looking at media coverage of the Environment Bill following its return to Parliament ahead of Royal Assent in the Autumn.
Joanna Lumley and the StopSeaBlasts campaign
The Environment Secretary George Eustice today met Joanna Lumley to discuss ways in which they can work together to reduce the impact that clearing unexploded bombs can have on marine mammals. Joanna Lumley is a supporter of the StopSeaBlasts campaign …
Low-carbon concrete flood defences to help Environment Agency hit net zero by 2030
There is coverage today of the Environment Agency’s roadmap to hit net zero as an organisation by 2030. The Evening Standard, Construction News and various local outlets report that low-carbon concrete will be used for flood defences, a move that will help reduce emissions by 45%.
War on plastic pollution stepped up with expanded plastic bag charge
The extension of the highly successful charge is projected to reduce sales further by 70-80% in smal and medium sized retailers.
Media coverage of Environment Secretary’s Speech for nature recovery
There has been widespread positive coverage this week of our plans to restore nature and safeguard our environment for future generations.
Defra welcomes new Minister
On today's blog we welcome Lord Benyon who has today been appointed as a Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Defra.
Government steps up war on waste
Today we look at coverage of our announcements on the new 10p single-use carrier bag charge and consultation launch on consistent recycling collections in England.
Defra response to Marine Conservation Society ‘Blue carbon’ report
The UK government is committed to protecting the marine environment, domestically and internationally. This ambition for healthy seas is set out in our 25 year Environment Plan.