On land and at sea, the UK Government’s planning policy is a mess
As the Planning and Infrastructure Bill is set to be debated by Parliament next week, Joan Edwards takes stock.
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If the UK Government is serious about improving the planning system it wouldn’t start by undermining nature – the foundation of our economy
The UK Government’s commitment to improving the planning system should prioritise preserving nature, as it forms the backbone of our economy. Undermining natural ecosystems not only threatens…
Meet this year's inspirational marine volunteers
Since 2014 the Marsh Volunteer Award for Marine Conservation has been awarded to recognise the amazing work Wildlife Trust volunteers carry out to help save our seas. From logging hundreds of…
Reform UK's manifesto: a ‘contract’ with the people of the UK
Today, Reform UK has launched its manifesto – it is presented as a ‘contract’ with the people of the UK.
The Green Party’s manifesto: bold commitments that put nature at the centre
Today, the Green Party has released its manifesto, which contextualises some of the greatest challenges to society against the backdrop of the nature and climate crises.
General Election 2024 – will you make your voice heard?
The upcoming election will be crucial for the future viability of life on our planet, yet some politicians have failed to grasp the depth of concern over disappearing wildlife and the impacts of…
Further oil and gas licensing will do nothing to address the cost of living crisis
Our actions this decade will determine the extent to which we experience a collapse in global biodiversity and runaway climate change. Neither the current UK Government, nor opposing political…
Marine Volunteer Award Winners
Today we are celebrating the winners of the 2023 Marsh Charitable Trust Volunteer Awards for Marine Conservation. This year’s winners have gone above and beyond to support marine conversation…
The Wildlife Trusts: making ‘being bold’ more than a mantra
Joan Edwards, Director of Policy & Public Affairs at The Wildlife Trusts, reflects on how they are building the ability of their organisation and their allies to speak boldly into the public…
Progress to Protect England’s Marine Protected Areas
Proposals to ban damaging fishing activity in 13 Marine Protected Areas is welcome, but do they truly move these areas on from being more than just 'paper parks'. Director of Marine…