Environment Bill storm overflows amendment coverage
Today we are looking at media coverage of the announcement that the Environment Bill will be strengthened further to tackle water pollution.
Defra response to Environment Bill storm overflows amendment coverage
Today we are looking at media coverage of an amendment to the Environment Bill related to sewage discharges from storm overflows.
Environment Bill strengthened to protect nature and tackle waste
Today we are looking at media coverage of our new amendments to help improve and strengthen the Environment Bill.
New report underlines need for joined-up action to protect rivers
Today’s blog looks at a new report underlining the need for a joined-up approach to improve river health.
WHO updates guideline levels for air pollutants
In today’s blog we look at media coverage of the World Health Organization’s updated guidelines for air pollutants.
Soil Health Action Plan to be launched
Today we look at Lord Goldsmith’s speech in the House of Lords where he announced a Soil Health Action Plan (SHAPE) for England will be published to restore the health of our soils.
Times reporting on biodiversity net gain
There has been coverage in the Times today on biodiversity net gain and claims by scientists that habitat protections in the Environment Bill are insufficient and developers will be able to manipulate the process. It is also claimed that recently …
Environment Bill and heritage attractions
Today we look at coverage of provisions in the Environment Bill in relation to heritage attractions.
Interim Office for Environmental Protection launches
Today we look at coverage of the launch of the Interim Office for Environmental Protection.
Environment Bill returns to Parliament
Today we are looking at media coverage of the return of the Environment Bill to Parliament ahead of Royal Assent in the Autumn.