Consultations launched for major waste sector reforms
Changes to transform the waste and resources sector move a step closer.
Defra group reaction to the Dasgupta Review
In today’s blog we look at the media coverage and Defra group reaction to the Dasgupta Review.
Natural England report on the importance of green spaces for children and Seasonal workers pilot opens
New report by Natural England shows the importance of local green spaces for children. This blog post also covers the seasonal workers pilot which has now opened.
The Sunday Times on Grey Squirrels
The Sunday Times is today (Sunday 24 February) running an article incorrectly accusing the Environment Secretary of ordering the slaughter of thousands sick squirrels and deer which is completely untrue.
Darwin Plus: Albatrosses and flamingoes to be helped in latest funding round
On today's blog we're looking at the British Antarctic Survey receiving funding to attach radar devices to albatrosses and the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology working with the RAF to monitor water levels on Akrotiri Salt Lake near the British Air Base on Cyprus, which is home to a flamboyance of flamingoes during rainy periods.
Walkers' recycling scheme and Bluetongue virus detection in Yorkshire
Coverage of Walkers' new crisp packet recycling scheme and Bluetongue virus detection in Yorkshire.
Coverage of WWF's Living Planet Report, the Fisheries Bill 'watershed moment', and salt marsh helps save a Cumbrian farm
On today's blog we look at WWF's Living Planet Report 2018 and the use of salt marsh land to graze cattle.
Coverage of the Committee on Climate Change's coastal erosion report
Media coverage on the Committee on Climate Change's coastal erosion report.
Proposals to reduce pollution from home burning and Chris Packham's Bioblitz campaign
A consultation on proposals to reduce harmful pollution caused by the burning of wood and coal in the home and Chris Packham's blog post on his 'UK BioBlitz' campaign.
National Meadows Day 2018, UK-wide approach to DRS, Bees' Needs Week and Perry Barr and Witton flood scheme - Friday 6 July 2018
Coverage ahead of National Meadows Day 2018, Ministers meet to discuss a UK-wide approach to DRS, coverage ahead of Bees' Needs Week and work begins on the new Perry Barr and Witton flood scheme