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The sale of peat for use in the amateur gardening sector will be banned by 2024 to protect peatlands and the natural environment.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Strictest targets ever for water companies set out by government in new plan to tackle sewage discharges.
A letter from Jo Churchill MP to councils about the use of enforcement powers to tackle litter.
Restrictions on flyseining under consideration to protect stocks
New homes will be better protected from flooding following changes to planning guidance.
The group agreed further action to manage the current drought and work to reduce the risk of drought next year.
Call for evidence launched to collect views on using animal feed products that can reduce methane emissions from livestock
£16.5 million more funding for research and development in farming
Series of actions have been announced to improve air quality introduced under the Environment Act
A review is underway of the current fees that APHA charge for statutory services
More support for farmers to help them with the impact of ongoing dry weather.
As part of a joint investigation with Northumbria Police, the offenders were found guilty of using unlicensed nets.
Parts of South West, Southern and Central England and East of England move into Drought status.
5-year strategy launched to enhance maritime technology, innovation and security and reduce environmental damage.
197-mile walking route will improve access to nature for all
The Environment Secretary met with water companies to discuss the measures they are taking to protect water supplies in the driest summer in over 50 years.
The England Woodland Creation Offer will become part of the Local Nature Recovery scheme – one of the new environmental land management (ELM) schemes – from 2025.
Works are expected to last approximately 8 weeks and will help reduce the risk of flooding to the local area once completed.
Chewing Gum Task Force grant scheme will help councils clean up UK towns and cities.
Millions of trees are set to be planted nationwide, thanks to £44.2 million in funding for Community Forests and woodland creation partners.
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