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New funding announced to protect rare wildlife and vulnerable habitats across the globe
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Eligible English dairy farmers able to apply for up to £10,000 to overcome impact of coronavirus.
Defra Ministers have appointed four new non-executive members to the board of Natural England.
New investment approach announced to involve private sector in environmental projects, helping to tackle climate change and restore nature.
As Oak Processionary Moth season begins, the Forestry Commission reminds people to be aware of the pest and report sightings
New report reveals tyres are a major source of microplastics found in the marine environment.
A £1 million grants scheme supporting innovative ways to sell fish and shellfish has awarded the first grants to projects across England.
£3.4 million in new projects to protect endangered species
The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 19 May 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scotland Secretary Alister Jack welcomes the move to save the Scottish strawberry
The government has published new guidance on how recycling centres can be safely re-opened during the coronavirus outbreak
An update on this year’s bathing season which runs from 15 May to 30 September 2020.
All garden centres reopening should put in place social distancing and safety measures.
The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 8 May 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Programme will be delivered through charity partners including WRAP, FareShare and other food distributors, building on generosity of the food industry
Update on the support for aquaculture businesses under the Fisheries Response Fund
A new fund will enable eligible dairy farmers in England to access up to £10,000 each to help them overcome the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
Letter to councils in England on the re-opening household waste and recycling centres.
Marian Spain has been appointed as the new chief executive of Natural England, taking the post on a permanent basis.
Support fund for licensed zoos and aquariums affected by coronavirus
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