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New framework will protect public health and the environment from risks posed by PFAS.
The appointment comes as Dame Glenys Stacey steps down as the inaugural Chair
£21.5m is backing 15 England-wide projects to turn new crops and low-emission farm tech into ready-to-use tools that boost productivity.
Two men arrested as part of Environment Agency investigation, supported by the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit.
New Coastal Adaptation Pilots to help England's most at-risk coastal areas prepare for climate change.
Clearer pricing will help pet owners compare costs and shop around, saving families money
Streamlined agriculture rules to cut duplication and make it easier for farmers to drive down water pollution
£59m in Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreement extensions taken up by farmers
The new Chair will continue to drive the Forestry Commission’s efforts to protect and expand England's trees, woodlands and forests for future generations
New funding to protect the ocean and support communities most affected by climate change
Two men were arrested on 20 January 2026 as part of an ongoing Environment Agency investigation.
Letter from the Animal Sentience Committee to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee regarding the 'Replacing animals in science' policy paper.
Water companies who broke environmental rules are now funding the recovery of England’s waterways by local communities and environmental groups.
A company has made a financial contribution of over £1 million to come into compliance and to deal with the effects of a pollution incident in 2018.
A new once-in-a-generation plan to overhaul the water system and protect households from disruption has been unveiled today (Tuesday 20 January).
The Environment Agency will refurbish the mitigation pipe at Widewater Lagoon near Lancing in early 2026.
The Environment Agency has launched a consultation on a draft permit variation to Saputo Dairy UK for their creamery site near Davidstow, Cornwall.
Thomas Hodkinson struck an officer with a broken fishing rod. Prosecution is a warning that threatening and abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.
A more streamlined tidal barrier structure will cut costs and construction complexity and provide the same level of protection for 12,800 homes and businesses.
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds visits Tunbridge Wells following weeks of water supply disruption
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