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How to assess a planning application when there are reptiles on or near a proposed development site.
If you impound water, or plan to, you may need to apply for an impounding licence.
A guide to farming risks, potential problems with public safety and how to avoid accidents
We’re responsible for regulating environmental and decommissioning activity for offshore oil and gas operations, including carbon capture and storage operations, on the UK continental shelf. OPRED is part of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero .
Hand luggage restrictions at UK airports - carry-on luggage, checked-in baggage, restricted items and liquids, electronic devices carried from Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt and Saudi Arabia
Inspectors will make unannounced visits to check that you’re complying with the rules for compulsory beef and veal labelling.
How to assess a planning application when there are freshwater pearl mussels on or near a proposed development site.
How the level of risk posed to the UK is assessed nationally and locally, covering the National Risk Assessment and National Risk Register.
Explanation of legal phrases used in the Family Procedure Rules.
Applications received to amend the specification of a patent under sections 27 and 75 before the court and the Office.
Information relating to the Public Order Act which received Royal Assent on 2 May 2023.
Responding to breaches of planning control under the Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) Regulations 2023.
Find out how you could do the SFI actions for hedgerows.
Wild animals cannot be exhibited or used in a performance as part of a travelling circus in England.
Environment Agency officers blocked by operator
You may need a licence if you can’t avoid disturbing protected birds and animals to survey, film or photograph them.
Slaughterhouses in Great Britain with a high throughput of cattle carcases must send pricing data to AHDB weekly.
How to show MHRA you're meeting good clinical practice (GCP) standards and what to expect from an inspection.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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