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Use this form to apply for an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) (Agriculture) screening decision for projects that will increase agricultural productivity of uncultivated land or semi-natural areas.
The Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) is the statutory adviser to the government and devolved administrations on UK and international nature conservation. Its work contributes to maintaining and enriching biological diversity, conserving geological features and sustaining natural systems. JNCC is...
Increase flood resilience with Natural Flood Management
Find out more about the reserves, where they are, who manages them and what special features or opportunities they offer.
Apply to control wild birds for air safety, conservation, public health and safety or to prevent disease or agricultural damage.
Get advice from Natural England to help you comply with laws that protect wildlife and the natural environment.
How producers can get non-UK natural mineral waters recognised in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), or get UK products recognised overseas.
How to use the calculators to work out a nutrient budget for residential developments in nutrient neutrality catchments.
Find out how grants from the EU and the Heritage Lottery Fund help projects in the natural environment.
How to apply for a grant for habitat creation using blended public and private funding.
Find nature reserves, national parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and green spaces
What local authorities must do to grant recognition for natural mineral water and carry out ongoing checks.
English Nature promoted the conservation of wildlife, geology and wild places. It was merged with the Countryside Agency and Rural Development Service to form Natural England in 2006.
Blogs where government organisations talk about their work and share information and ideas.
The People and Nature Surveys for England gather evidence and trend data about people's access, understanding and enjoyment of nature, and how it contributes to wellbeing.
What you must do to avoid harming bats and when you’ll need a licence.
The differences between the 3 types of bottled water, and what bottled water is exempt from the rules.
Find information from the Race Disparity Unit about the experiences of people from different ethnic backgrounds in areas including health, education, employment, housing, work, and criminal justice.
Find protected areas, check if your business or home is near one and what environmental restrictions apply.
As a Natural England contractor complete the contractor’s licence form to allow you to download Ordnance Survey mapping data under the PSGA agreement.
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