£110m fund to level up rural communities announced
Today we look at coverage of our announcement of the Rural England Prosperity Fund and the second annual rural proofing report.
Weekly stories
New guide on mitigating impact of avian influenza in wild birds published
In today’s blog we look at the publication of a new guide to support landowners and charities with the threat of avian influenza
Sale of horticultural peat to be banned to protect England’s peatlands
In today’s blog we look at the action being taken to protect peatlands
Daily Mail coverage on the badger culling
There is inaccurate coverage in the Daily Mail today on Defra’s involvement in a research paper published in Vet Record.
Chewing Gum Task Force funding announced
Today we are looking at media coverage of new Government action to crack down on litter on our high streets.
Woodlands expanded for communities across England
Today we are looking at media coverage of Defra’s announcement of funding for England’s 13 Community Forests, as well as five regional woodland creation partners.
UK Government’s action to halt bird flu outbreaks
In today’s blog we look at the action being taken across the UK to tackle the devastating bird flu outbreaks.
Carrier bag charge sees usage plummet by 97%
Today we are looking at media coverage of the latest annual figures for single-use carrier bag usage in England.
Environment Agency issues warning on salmon stocks
Yesterday (25 July 2022), the Environment Agency published the latest annual salmon stock assessment, warning that action is needed if stocks are to stabilise and recover.
Plan to tackle nutrient pollution announced
Today’s blog looks at Government action to tackle nutrient pollution.