BBC Panorama documentary on extreme weather and climate change in the UK
In today's blog we look at the BBC's Panorama documentary and its coverage of the impact that last winter’s flooding had on communities across the UK.
Independent review of flood insurance
This morning there is coverage on the front page of the Yorkshire Post and BBC News of our announcement of the recommendations of an independent review of flood insurance, commissioned by the government following flooding in South Yorkshire last winter.
Ipswich flood barrier opened and Scottish Geographical Indications
In the media blog today, we show coverage from the launch of Ipswich’s new tidal barrier and on Scottish Geographical Indications.
Michael Gove visits Hadrian's Wall, Beavers in the Forest of Dean, EA response to dry weather, Leeds and flood defence scheme, EAC on the 25 Year Environment Plan - Tuesday 24 July
Michael Gove visits Hadrian’s Wall as part of #NationalParksWeek Yesterday the Environment Secretary Michael Gove visited the iconic Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland National Park to kick-start National Parks Week, highlighting his commitment to ensure our cherished landscapes are not only …
Friday 11 May - Great Plastic Pick Up and a new £9.4 million flood defence scheme in Ulverston
On today's blog we look at the new flood defence scheme that has opened in Ulverston and the upcoming Great Plastic Pick Up
Friday, 2 February: Salford flood defence plus the Natural Capital Committee
In today's blog post we update on the new £10m Salford flood defence scheme and respond to coverage about the Natural Capital Committee's views on the 25-Year Environment Plan.
Monday 22 January: Deposit return schemes, flood defences and recycling waste
Litter Strategy working group and deposit return schemes The Times has today anticipated findings from a working group examining measures to reduce littering and increase recycling of drinks containers in England, including deposit and reward and return schemes.” It was …
Thursday 21 December: Environment Secretary opens new defence scheme in Dawlish Warren
On today's blog we highlight the Environment Secretary's visit to Devon to open a new flood defence scheme.
Wednesday 29 November: Tackling food waste, Flood Re Local Heroes Award and The International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime
Today on the blog: New food labelling guidance launched and Flood Re Local Heroes Award winners unveiled
Thursday 23 November: Budget, flooding and animal sentience
Today on the blog, Defra in the Budget, animal sentience and the Environment Agency's response to flooding.