Sir William Worsley to become new Forestry Commission Chair
A look into the appointment of Sir William Worsley as the new Chair of the Forestry Commission.
Defra Press Office
Telegraph coverage of sewage sludge being used as fertiliser
We look at coverage of a report commissioned for the Environment Agency on the use of sewage sludge as fertiliser.
New legislation will ensure producers take more responsibility for their products, as LGA calls for car seat solution
Defra’s response to the LGA’s calls on tackling the number of child car seats going to landfill
£1.15 million fund to fight food waste and UK and Australia join forces in simulated African swine fever exercise
In today's blog we look at the £1.15 million of government funding announced to tackle food waste in households and supply chains and a joint exercise to practice biosecurity measures in the event of an African swine fever outbreak.
Continued coverage of the new Fisheries Bill
A look at the continued coverage of the Fisheries Bill, which creates powers to ensure profitable future for UK fishing industry with a fairer share of fishing opportunities.
Natural England launches £2.5 million project to restore fragile marine habitats
The new project will help protect and restore critically endangered species and habitats.
Landmark Bill will restore and protect environment for generations to come
The Environment Bill returns to Parliament with further measures including a ban on polluting waste exports to developing countries
Introduction of Fisheries Bill, Great British Spring Clean and England Costal Path
In today's blog, we look at the Fisheries Bill, which creates powers to ensure profitable future for UK fishing industry with a fairer share of fishing opportunities, the Environment Secretary Theresa Villiers urging Brits to take part in a national litter campaign and new proposals for England Coast Path.
Brexit opportunities for UK agriculture and global success of haggis
In today's blog, we look at the UK Government reaffirming its commitment to supporting our agriculture industry as we leave the EU and a decade-long export boom for haggis.
Environment Minister Rebecca Pow visits Wallasea Island
In today's blog, we look at Minister Rebecca Pow’s visit to RSPB’s Wallasea Island. Joining the Minister and RSPB were the representatives of the Environment Agency and Natural England.