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Future protection for forests welcome
Confirmation that forests in England will remain in public ownership is warmly welcomed today as the Government publishes its long-awaited response to the Independent Panel on Forestry.
First wave of marine protection welcome
As the Government today confirms immediate designation of 27 Marine Conservation Zones, The Wildlife Trusts welcome this first step towards the creation of a network so absolutely vital to ensure…
Megafauna hotspots: the missing link in marine protection
New report highlights need to protect important places for dolphins, whales and basking sharks
New wave of protection for the sea announced today
The Wildlife Trusts call for effective management of 41 new Marine Conservation Zones
Areas of the sea receive the highest level of protection – but we need more!
Today, the first Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) come into force in England, marking an important moment in the UK and The Wildlife Trusts’ marine conservation history. This vital new…
Some protection reinstated for at-risk Local Wildlife Sites
Today the Government has published a revised version of its National Planning Policy Framework which now includes some reinstated protection for Local Wildlife Sites following a campaign supported…
Volunteer Day: Remove protection from coppice stools
Join SWT staff and volunteers to undertake practical activities to help conserve the local environment.
The Wildlife Trusts back MPs' concerns over lack of marine protection
The Wildlife Trusts welcome today’s statement on Marine Conservation Zones by the Environmental Audit Committee and urge the government to press on with protecting these special places at sea
Wildlife in South Yorkshire's Dearne Valley is given special protection
Pete Wall, Living Landscapes Manager for the Dearne Valley, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust tells a story of hope and optimism. A tale of how, with determination, cooperation and the will to win, one of…
Green charities deliver verdict on stalled “super year” for marine protection
UK charities issue a new scorecard report which shows the Government has made no demonstrate progress in 11 out of 17 important steps for action on ocean recovery.
350,000 signatures for sea life protection handed in to 10 Downing Street today
Over 350,000 signatures in support of a network of Marine Protected Areas were presented to Downing Street today.