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Estuary wildlife of the River Tees gets increased protection
Natural England has confirmed Teesmouth and Cleveland Coast as a new Site of Special Scientific Interest to protect the wildlife of the Tees Estuary.
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Help bring Stiperstones National Nature Reserve back to purple
Natural England is calling on the public to donate to a campaign to help restore Windy Corner back to heathland glory.
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Tony Juniper CBE appointed as Natural England chair
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has today confirmed Tony Juniper CBE as the new Chair of Natural England.
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Essex haven for nature gets new protection
Natural England has confirmed a new Site of Special Scientific Interest on a network of land around Langdon Ridge in Basildon, Essex.
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Local greenspaces important for children of all ages and backgrounds
New data from Natural England shows how children are engaging with nature
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New for newts: better for wildlife, business and people
An innovative approach by Natural England to protect great crested newts and encourage sustainable development was today (28 February) launched in Kent.
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We’re the government’s adviser for the natural environment in England, helping to protect England’s nature and landscapes for people to enjoy and for the services they provide.
Natural England is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.
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