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Consultation launched on the England Tree Strategy

Consultation launched on the England Tree Strategy

Thursday, 18 June 2020

Government consults on plans to update its policy for trees, woodland and forestry through creation of a new England Tree Strategy. ...

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Six general licences re issued for the control of wild birds

Six general licences re issued for the control of wild birds

Thursday, 18 June 2020

Licences reissued on a temporary basis ahead of new licences coming into force on 1 January 2021. ...

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Consultation launched on reservoir emergency on site flood plans

Consultation launched on reservoir emergency on site flood plans

Tuesday, 16 June 2020

Government believes that on-site plans should be an essential part of maintaining public safety....

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Group to measure for coronavirus prevalence in waste water

Group to measure for coronavirus prevalence in waste water

Friday, 12 June 2020

New working group includes a range of water companies and experts across the UK...

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£63 million for local authorities to assist those struggling to afford food and other essentials

£63 million for local authorities to assist those struggling to afford food and other essentials

Thursday, 11 June 2020

New funding confirmed for local authorities to help those struggling financially as a result of coronavirus....

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Three New Appointments to the Forestry Commission

Three New Appointments to the Forestry Commission

Tuesday, 09 June 2020

Three new Non-Executive Commissioners to the Forestry Commission have been appointed...

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Climate benefits of Marine Protected Areas revealed

Climate benefits of Marine Protected Areas revealed

Monday, 08 June 2020

New research reveals that over half of Marine Protected Areas could contain habitats important for climate resilience....

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Independent review backs introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas

Independent review backs introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas

Sunday, 07 June 2020

Review recommends introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas as essential for marine protection and recovery....

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World Environment Day: £10.9m for international conservation

World Environment Day: £10.9m for international conservation

Friday, 05 June 2020

New funding announced to protect rare wildlife and vulnerable habitats across the globe...

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Dairy response fund set to open for applications

Dairy response fund set to open for applications

Wednesday, 03 June 2020

Eligible English dairy farmers able to apply for up to £10,000 to overcome impact of coronavirus....

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Four new appointments to the Natural England board

Four new appointments to the Natural England board

Monday, 01 June 2020

Defra Ministers have appointed four new non-executive members to the board of Natural England....

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Green projects given support to attract private sector investment

Green projects given support to attract private sector investment

Sunday, 31 May 2020

New investment approach announced to involve private sector in environmental projects, helping to tackle climate change and restore nature....

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Public urged to report sightings of tree pest Oak Processionary Moth

Public urged to report sightings of tree pest Oak Processionary Moth

Thursday, 28 May 2020

As Oak Processionary Moth season begins, the Forestry Commission reminds people to be aware of the pest and report sightings ...

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Tyre particles are contaminating our rivers and ocean, study says

Tyre particles are contaminating our rivers and ocean, study says

Tuesday, 26 May 2020

New report reveals tyres are a major source of microplastics found in the marine environment....

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Funding boost to crack down on the Illegal Wildlife Trade

Funding boost to crack down on the Illegal Wildlife Trade

Friday, 22 May 2020

£3.4 million in new projects to protect endangered species...

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Environment Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 19 May 2020

Environment Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 19 May 2020

Tuesday, 19 May 2020

The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 19 May 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pand...

Ministers urge councils to plan for safe re opening of recycling centres

Ministers urge councils to plan for safe re opening of recycling centres

Monday, 18 May 2020

The government has published new guidance on how recycling centres can be safely re-opened during the coronavirus outbreak...

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Coronavirus: update on bathing season 2020

Coronavirus: update on bathing season 2020

Friday, 15 May 2020

An update on this year’s bathing season which runs from 15 May to 30 September 2020....

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Garden centres reopen in England

Garden centres reopen in England

Wednesday, 13 May 2020

All garden centres reopening should put in place social distancing and safety measures....

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Environment Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 8 May 2020

Environment Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 8 May 2020

Friday, 08 May 2020

The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 8 May 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pande...

£16 million for food charities to provide meals for those in need

£16 million for food charities to provide meals for those in need

Friday, 08 May 2020

Programme will be delivered through charity partners including WRAP, FareShare and other food distributors, building on generosity of the food industr...

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Update on Fisheries Response Fund: support for aquaculture businesses

Update on Fisheries Response Fund: support for aquaculture businesses

Wednesday, 06 May 2020

Update on the support for aquaculture businesses under the Fisheries Response Fund...

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New funding to support dairy farmers through coronavirus

New funding to support dairy farmers through coronavirus

Wednesday, 06 May 2020

A new fund will enable eligible dairy farmers in England to access up to £10,000 each to help them overcome the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. ...

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£14 million financial support for England’s zoos unveiled

£14 million financial support for England’s zoos unveiled

Monday, 04 May 2020

Support fund for licensed zoos and aquariums affected by coronavirus...

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Environment Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 26 April 2020

Environment Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID 19): 26 April 2020

Sunday, 26 April 2020

The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 26 April 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pa...

An open letter to vets to mark World Vet Day.

An open letter to vets to mark World Vet Day.

Sunday, 26 April 2020

The Environment Secretary writes to those working in the veterinary profession, to thank them for the part they are playing at this time....

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Lord Gardiner of Kimble's statement at an Extraordinary Virtual meeting of the G20 Agriculture Ministers

Lord Gardiner of Kimble's statement at an Extraordinary Virtual meeting of the G20 Agriculture Ministers

Tuesday, 21 April 2020

On 21 April Lord Gardiner of Kimble delivered a statement at an Extraordinary Virtual meeting of the G20 Agriculture Ministers in response to coronavi...

Strict new controls to protect the UK’s trees and plants against damaging threats

Strict new controls to protect the UK’s trees and plants against damaging threats

Tuesday, 21 April 2020

New national measures come into force to safeguard the UK, and its forestry and horticulture industries, from a range of plant health diseases and pes...

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Financial support for England’s fishing businesses unveiled

Financial support for England’s fishing businesses unveiled

Monday, 20 April 2020

£10 million fund for England’s fishing and aquaculture sectors has been announced....

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Government response to AHDB request for views published

Government response to AHDB request for views published

Monday, 20 April 2020

Recommendations to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) outlined ...

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