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Apply for a licence to take protected plants for science, education or conservation purposes and find out how to report your actions.
20 new nature projects across the country will receive funding to create and restore critical habitat areas equivalent in total to the size of York
In a world first, developers in England are now required to deliver 10% Biodiversity Net Gain when building new housing, industrial or commercial developments.
Government sets out ambitious new nature package, with measures to improve access to green space and connect the public with the natural world
Check if your import, export or re-export needs a permit or certificate under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
How to sell biodiversity units to developers for biodiversity net gain: explore the market, register a gain site and record allocations.
What local authorities must do to grant recognition for natural mineral water and carry out ongoing checks.
Purchase has been made possible thanks to Natural England’s Nutrient Mitigation Scheme supported by £30 million of government funding
More information on the Local Nature Recovery scheme.
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...
This study reviews some best practices of Nature based Solutions across key development sectors in India
How the Ministry of Defence estate is adapting to climate change, including nature conservation on the estate.
How to register an overseas entity and its beneficial owners or managing officers, so it can buy, sell or transfer property or land in the UK.
Evidence requirement R031: Valuing nature
How local planning authorities can ensure that developers and land managers meet the requirements for biodiversity net gain (BNG).
Find out more about the reserves, where they are, who manages them and what special features or opportunities they offer.
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