Spring 2020 magazine UK News
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Underwater sites should be protected - because they’re worth it
Taking a longer-term, more holistic view of the impacts of Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) in the decision making process, rather than an excessive focus on costs is essential, says a group of…
Great news for Gwent Levels as motorway plans scrapped
The Welsh Government has shown its commitment to a wilder future today, after rejecting plans to build an M4 relief road across the Gwent Levels.
Bad news for bees: Government reverses ban on bee-killing neonicotinoids
The Government has bowed to pressure from the National Farmers Union and agreed to authorise the use of the highly damaging neonicotinoid thiamethoxam for the treatment of sugar beet seed in 2021…
Yet again World Oceans Day is a good news day for our seas!
Joan Edwards of The Wildlife Trusts reflects on being a member of the HPMA panel and is calling on Government for an ambitious delivery plan for Highly Protected Marine Areas within a year.
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Nature’s Bounty
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Nature journalling workshop, suitable for all creative ability levels. Includes a nature walk and fully tutored watercolour workshop.
Heather Hills Nature Reserve
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With amazing views and ancient woodland, this little pocket of nature is worth visiting
Natural History GCSE
The Natural History GCSE claims to prioritise nature connection and bringing theory and experiential learning together to support our future leaders. Surely, it’s worth exploring.
Fabergé cigarette case worth up to £50,000 is left to The Wildlife Trusts – to be auctioned on Thursday 27th March
Exquisite case depicts Ivan the Terrible’s son on rearing horse.
Nature's undertakers
Discover the brilliance of burying beetles with Dr Ellie Bladon, an evolutionary ecologist based in the Department of Zoology at the University of Cambridge.
Rewilding
The UK has committed to protecting 30% of land for nature by 2030. Our programme targets creating bigger, better, and more connected wild areas for nature’s recovery, to allow natural processes to help restore nature’s abundance, resilience, and diversity.