Sir William Worsley first interview as Forestry Commission Chair
On Saturday 14 March, newly appointed Forestry Commission Chair Sir William Worsley gave his first interview in the post with the Times.
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Future Farming Resilience Funding helps farmers transition to new scheme
Today we're announcing that nine organisations have been awarded a share of the government’s £1 million Future Farming Resilience Funding.
Protections for UK’s iconic seabirds
In today's blog, we feature a response to the recently-released JNCC report on seabird populations.
Supermarket delivery hours extended to support coronavirus response
In today’s blog, we look at widespread coverage of the government’s new measures to support food retailers increase the frequency of deliveries to their stores in response to the coronavirus.
Angling legend John Wilson MBE honoured with new rod licence images
In today's blog, we look at the Environment Agency's newly-launched fishing licence images.
Environmental stakeholders welcome ban on plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds
The ban will ensure that less single-use plastics enter the environment, whilst protecting those with medical requirements or disabilities.
Coverage of new campaign on responsible pet ownership
In today’s blog, we look at widespread positive coverage of a new government campaign to raise awareness of the true cost of buying a puppy or kitten from a disreputable breeder.
The Guardian on the Environment Secretary’s visit to Ironbridge
This morning, the Guardian has published an article on the Environment Secretary’s visit to Ironbridge yesterday, claiming that the minister has been criticised for not meeting residents of the town who have been evacuated from their houses as a result …
Environment Bill passes Second Reading
Yesterday our landmark Environment Bill took a step forward after being passed by the House of Commons at Second Reading. Described as a “keystone” piece of legislation by the Environment Secretary, the Bill will deliver the most ambitious environmental programme …
Our new Environment Bill will clamp down on single-use plastics and protect our precious habitats
New powers in the Environment Bill will enable ministers to more easily ban or restrict single-use plastic items.