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Wednesday, 09 May 2018
More than 44,000 responses have been received on the government’s proposals for the future for food, farming and the environment once we leave the EU....
Tuesday, 08 May 2018
The payment claim deadline for Countryside Stewardship customers is being extended to 15 June 2018...
Monday, 07 May 2018
A high pressure system persisting over the UK has brought warm and still conditions today (7 May 2018), resulting in increased levels of ground ozone....
Friday, 04 May 2018
Legislation requiring CCTV in all abattoirs in England comes into force today....
Friday, 04 May 2018
The Government has pledged £200,000 to the University of Plymouth to research how sources of microplastics enter the UK's oceans. ...
Thursday, 03 May 2018
A comprehensive review of farm inspections to remove bureaucratic burdens placed on farmers has been announced by Environment Secretary Michael Gove t...
Friday, 27 April 2018
Further restrictions on neonicotinoid pesticides have been approved following a vote in the European Commission....
Wednesday, 18 April 2018
Representatives from the sports sector will explore how the industry can tackle marine plastic pollution....
Tuesday, 17 April 2018
Work is beginning in Salisbury to decontaminate potentially affected sites for the city and its visitors....
Friday, 13 April 2018
An Asian hornet has been found in Lancashire and surveillance activity is underway....
Monday, 09 April 2018
The Environment Secretary has launched a call for evidence for a potential ban on the live export of animals for slaughter once the UK leaves the EU. ...
Monday, 09 April 2018
The UK has officially joined the Coral Reef Life Declaration, committing to safeguarding coral reefs....
Friday, 06 April 2018
The African Wildlife Forensics Network is helping to increase prosecutions of illicit traders and poachers whilst delivering a legacy for British Gove...
Thursday, 05 April 2018
Two members appointed to the board of the Sea Fish Industry Authority (Seafish)....
Thursday, 05 April 2018
A new antibiotic resistance campaign is encouraging pet owners to accept vet advice that antibiotics might not always be the remedy....
Wednesday, 04 April 2018
New rules are now in force which will protect the water environment and save farmers money....
Tuesday, 03 April 2018
Defra champions farm to fork traceability through new Livestock Information Service...
Monday, 02 April 2018
A ban on ivory sales in the UK will be introduced as plans published to protect elephants. ...
Monday, 02 April 2018
The Environment Secretary, Michael Gove, wrote in today's Times about the case for a total sales ban on ivory in the UK. ...
Saturday, 31 March 2018
Councils will have the power to almost double on-the-spot fines for litter louts from today, Environment Minister Thérèse Coffey has announced....
Saturday, 31 March 2018
Demand for British chocolate is on the increase around the globe as UK chocolatiers export more treats. ...
Thursday, 29 March 2018
A new grant scheme is being piloted this year in five National Parks, offering funding for land managers to restore their historic farm buildings. ...
Wednesday, 28 March 2018
The government has announced plans for a deposit return scheme to crack down on plastic pollution....
Tuesday, 27 March 2018
Communities across England will benefit from enhanced flood protection...
Monday, 26 March 2018
Invasive species week runs till 29 March and is encouraging river users to think about non-native species and aquatic plants such as floating pennywor...
Monday, 26 March 2018
Updated statutory guidance part of on-going programme of reforms reflecting latest vet and animal husbandry advice...
Friday, 23 March 2018
A £220 million Clean Air Fund to tackle roadside emissions is part of a £260 million plus package to improve air quality....
Thursday, 22 March 2018
Former deputy Chair and acting Chair Brian Young will now permanently take up the role....
Tuesday, 20 March 2018
A new £27 million scheme is open for applicants to help improve the country's waterways...
Monday, 19 March 2018
A consultation on implementation of the Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards in the UK has started and views are now being sought....