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The UK will commit an additional £13 million to new measures tackling the illegal wildlife trade, the Environment Secretary announced today.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
New report shows sales of antibiotics for use in animals dropped to 56mg/kg in 2015
Fishing Focus is a marine newsletter published by Defra to keep stakeholders informed about the work we are doing.
Lord Gardiner honours pollinator-friendly projects and urges the public to take action to meet bees' needs this winter.
New statistics on bathing water quality reveal England's favourite swimming spots are the cleanest they've been since records began.
Defra appoints temporary Chair of Northumbria RFCC
An outbreak of Asian hornets in the South West has been successfully contained by the National Bee Unit
Environment Secretary visits Scotland as sales of Scotch whisky soar.
Environment Agency announces shake-up of rod licences after listening to calls from anglers
Re-appointments to the National Park Authorities, the Broads Authority and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Conservation Boards.
Experienced veterinarian returns to Defra to begin his new role in January 2017
The Property Flood Resilience Action Plan will see Government and industry help people better protect their properties from flooding.
Thousands of businesses will have expert help to revolutionise food production
New international action plan to boost exports of UK food and drink announced.
A new consultation has been launched on how best to introduce Clean Air Zones in key cities as part of plans to improve air quality.
Funding committed to low emission taxis and motorbikes, plus more chargepoints for workplaces and residential streets.
The Environment Agency is testing new flood technology as part of a winter readiness training exercise involving 1,000 staff.
Environment Secretary Andrea Leadsom announces new state of the art pumps for York's Foss Barrier - providing a 66% increase in capacity.
Plans announced to help bring an end to illegal elephant poaching and ivory trafficking
There has been a confirmed sighting of the Asian hornet in the Tetbury area of Gloucestershire
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