Thursday 12 April: Old plastic lingers on in our environment
On the blog today we look at a report that volunteer beach cleaners in Cornwall discovered a 1980s crisp packet and a 1950s washing up liquid bottle.
Weekly stories
Wednesday 11 April: disposable cups in the NHS and central government and Ofwat's reforms for the water sector
On the blog today we look at the use of disposable cups in the NHS and central government and coverage of Ofwat's plans for reform in the water sector.
Tuesday 10 April: Ban on live animal exports and championing future farming policies
On the blog today we look at coverage of our call for evidence for a potential ban on live animal exports for slaughter and feature Michael Gove's speech on future farming policies.
Monday 9 April: UK action on corals and Thames Water compensation
On the blog today we cover an announcement on UK action for coral reef, and look into Thames Water compensation following the big freeze last month.
Friday 6 April: Action against plastic waste, the Minamata Convention on mercury and Minister Coffey's visit to Uganda
On the blog today we look at the UK's ratification of the Minamata Convention, the various actions that industry are taking to reduce plastic waste and Minister Coffey's visit to East Africa. UK ratifies global treaty to reduce the use …
Thursday 5 April: Trust Your Vet, the impact of 5p bag charge on our oceans, air quality legal fees
On the blog today we look at the launch of the campaign which urges people to trust their vets on the use of antibiotics, the news that plastic pollution in UK seas has fallen since the introduction of the 5p …
Wednesday 4 April: Minister Coffey visits Kenya
On the blog today we look at Minister Coffey's visit to Kenya to tackle the illegal wildlife trade and meeting with officials and representatives of the Kenyan government to discuss the continued partnership between the two countries.
Tuesday 3 April: UK ban on ivory sales, crackdown on litter louts, an increase in UK chocolate exports and a new livestock service
On the blog today we look at our announcement that the UK will be introducing a ban on ivory sales, our work to crackdown on littler louts, an 84% rise in UK chocolate exports and a new Livestock Information Service. …
Thursday 29 March: Funding for national parks, support for recycling package, #StirCrazy campaign and oceans event
On today's blog we look at a restoration grant for historic buildings in National Parks, UK support for the Circular Economy Package, the Environment Secretary supporting the #StirCrazy campaign and the oceans event at the Natural History Museum. Funding for …
Wednesday 28 March: Funding for flood schemes, victory for animal lovers and deposit return scheme
On the blog today we look at funding for flood schemes to help protect local businesses and communities, regulations passed in Parliament on puppy sales and today's announcement on a Deposit Return Scheme. Funding boost of £36m for flood schemes …