Government committed to halting decline in nature
In today’s blog we set out our commitment to the environment and respond to concerns raised by the National Trust and other environmental charities.
Government sets out commitment to protecting seabed with joint statement on clearing unexploded ordnance
Today the UK Government has published a joint position statement which sets out preference for low noise alternatives to clear unexploded ordnance.
Coverage of the England Woodland Creation Offer
In today's blog we look at widespread coverage of the Forestry Commission's England Woodland Creation Offer, which provides greater financial incentives for landowners and farmers to plant and manage trees.
New £10 million fund to boost investment in nature projects
In today's blog we look at the launch of the new £10 million Natural Environment Investment Readiness Fund.
Minister Goldsmith celebrates African Park rangers working together to tackle poaching
The Duke of Sussex has been in Malawi to see rangers and the British Army training to tackle the Illegal Wildlife Trade.
Report into breeding bird populations and climate change
A report from Natural England and the British Trust for Ornithology has looked at bird populations over the past 50 years.
Egg-saving project gives a boost to endangered curlew
Today we're looking at coverage on Gloucestershire Live of a Natural England-supported initiative to rescue curlew eggs from RAF airbases.
Bird numbers on Lundy and Wine Week kicks off
Today we're looking at coverage of a large increase in seabird populations on the island of Lundy and the news that Wine Week has begun with a big success for UK wine making.
Government to mandate 'biodiversity net gain'
Government to mandate ‘biodiversity net gain’, confirming that new developments must deliver an overall increase in biodiversity.
Environment Secretary launches Year of Green Action
In today's blog, the Environment Secretary Michael Gove launches Year of Green Action at London Zoo.