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General Election 2019: The results are in - so what does it mean for nature?
Concern for the environment is at a record high. Over a quarter of Britons now cite it as one of the top three issues facing the country. The amazing uprising of young people this year sparked a…
The general election: a chance to push for action
Thousands of people have been calling on Government to stand up for nature. This election is a chance to up the volume – and tell candidates that they must back an ambitious Environment Act.
Could the general election provide the much-needed boost for our beleaguered natural world?
With the general election looming, The Wildlife Trusts’ public affairs officer, David Allwright, asks what political commitments could make the biggest difference for UK nature recovery in 2024?…
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…
The Labour Party's manifesto: nature and climate crises, an urgent challenge that must be faced?
After outlining their plans for nature's recovery, the Labour Party has now launched their official manifesto. In this blog, I review what's new, including a recognition that the nature…
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.
New poll finds most people think main parties falter on nature and climate crises in the run up to General Election
A new poll published today reveals how badly people think all main parties are faring on tackling the nature and climate crises.
Polls show nature policies could affect outcome of general election
Almost identical numbers of environmental charity supporters vote Conservative as Labour – and majority of Wildlife Trust supporters may switch their votes at next election.
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.
Greener UK coalition launches manifesto urging government to use Brexit to restore and enhance the environment
The Greener UK coalition of 13 major environmental organisations, including WWF, the National Trust, RSPB and The Wildlife Trusts, has today launched its manifesto calling on the government to…
The Conservative Party's plan for nature: holding the line on supporting nature's recovery
Released yesterday afternoon, the Conservative Party manifesto talks up 'Britain as a force for good in the world' - but in this blog, Craig Bennett, chief executive of The Wildlife…