BBC investigates plastic waste exports to Turkey
The BBC reported yesterday on plastic waste being exported to Turkey and whether materials are being dumped instead of recycled.
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Maintaining high food standards in the UK after EU Exit
Coverage on food standards in the UK after EU Exit as well as an announcement from Waitrose linked to this.
Tackling UK dairy supply chain issues and chance to shape future farming
Governments across the UK are consulting on ways to end any unfair practices in the dairy sector
Minister Pow backs calls for UK households to recycle their old electricals
On the blog today, we look at coverage of a new initiative to clamp down on old electricals being thrown away, which could save the economy £370 million
Latest update to shielding guidance
Find out more about the Health Secretary's announcement of an easing of shielding measures from Monday 6 July.
Consultation launched on England Tree Strategy
On Friday 19 June 2020, we launched our consultation on updating Government’s policy for trees, woodland and forestry through the creation of a new ‘England Tree Strategy’. The announcement was reported on by ITV News, BBC Online, Farming UK, Horticulture …
New ‘bounce back’ plan for agriculture, food and drink industry announced
In today's blog, we look at the new ‘bounce back’ plan of trade measures for the agriculture, food and drink industry, to help support businesses impacted by coronavirus.
Majority of people unaware demand for water could outstrip supply by 2050
The new Great British Rain Paradox report shows most people aren’t aware that demand for water could outstrip supply by 2050.
What we are doing about air quality and coronavirus
Following coverage of the possible link between air pollution and the impact of coronavirus, read about what we’re doing to understand it.
Military weapons enthusiasts jailed and surge in fishing licence sales
On today's blog we look at wartime memorabilia collectors being jailed for chemical weapons offences and an increase in angling as over quarter of a million fishing licences were sold after lockdown restrictions were lifted.