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New laws in force today mark the toughest sentencing powers against law-breaking water executives in history.
Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.
British businesses and organisations better supported to trade carbon credits as part of new work to establish the UK as the global hub for green finance.
Environment Agency launches consultation on cost recovery for water company enforcement activities.
More funding for farmers to increase profits, boost food production and protect nature
Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level.
Ban on personal imports of meat and dairy products extended to cover all EU countries to safeguard the UK food system and farmers against foot and mouth disease
Professor Anjali Goswami becomes Defra’s new Chief Scientist
UK and Welsh Governments launch joint consultation to reform environmental permitting regulations, supporting UK Government’s Plan for Change
Welsh gin, oysters and honey granted protected status under UK Geographical Indication schemes
A new report identifying the research and innovation needed to support the UK to adapt effectively to climate change has been released.
Crossbench peer, Baroness Batters appointed by the Secretary of State to provide recommendations on farm profitability.
England’s trees outside woodlands have been mapped by satellite and laser are freely available for first time revealing they make up 30% of nation’s tree cover.
Avian Influenza housing measures extended in north of England
Government reforms will streamline and modernise regulation to unlock growth, deliver 1.5 million homes and do more for nature under the Plan for Change
Rachel Onikosi and Bev Keogh will be reappointed for a further four-year term
UK fishers demonstrating environmental, social, and economic benefits from quota use to be awarded additional quota.
Poultry meat marketing regulations amended
New legislation to cut UK REACH costs for chemical businesses comes into force as part of Government’s Plan for Change
Vietnam grants market access for British live seafood products, opening new opportunities for growth and trade.
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