Commitments to HS2 and Sizewell C undermine Government promises on climate
Absence of nature’s recovery in today’s Autumn Statement puts future prosperity at risk.
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Prime Minister challenged to fast-track not back-track on support for farmers and nature
Ahead of an expected announcement on its farming policy review, nature groups are urging the new Prime Minister to maintain Environmental Land Management scheme (ELMs) funding now and increase…
The Wildlife Trusts call on Government to be world leader on climate at COP27 by taking urgent action to restore nature at home
UK Government must increase efforts to protect at least 30% of land and sea by 2030 and strengthen environmental protections
Government culls badgers in 11 new areas this autumn
Badger culling to be permitted in a total of 69 places. The 2022 cull season could see up to 68,000 badgers killed.
The Wildlife Trusts write to Defra about missed Environment Act targets*
The Wildlife Trusts have joined other nature charities in writing to the UK Government about its failure to publish required nature recovery targets by the stipulated deadline of Monday 31st…
Could nature solve the UK’s mental health crisis? Largest project of its kind boosts young people’s mental wellbeing, confidence, and career aspirations
Our Bright Future worked with over 128,000 young people, helping them develop skills and experience to become the environmental leaders of the future.
No real progress made on protecting 30% of land and sea for nature by 2030 and deregulatory plans risk sliding backwards, warn experts
The UK Government is not on course to protect 30% of the land and sea for nature by 2030.
Turning the tide to save the Irish Sea
•Six nations have come together to find solutions to the challenges nature is facing across the Irish Sea
•Collaboration across national borders is essential to achieve a well-managed and…
Joint route map launched to boost ethnic diversity in the environment sector
• Sector-wide research and engagement has led to the development of a route map
which environment groups will use to boost ethnic diversity over the next 5 years
• 39 organisations…
Historic day for beavers in England
More support needed for landowners to enable beavers’ return, say The Wildlife Trusts and Beaver Trust.