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New EU Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing regulations come into force this week, and the UK Fish Export System will require the new information to be provided from this evening (8 January). This marks a signif…
The UK Pesticides National Action Plan sets out how the Government will work collaboratively with farmers to minimise the impacts of pesticides on people and the environment
Introduction of deposit return scheme will be a step forward in ending the throwaway society and cleaning up Britain
PackUK launched to deliver the UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging (pEPR)
The Taskforce will strengthen collaborative working across the UK to improve tree planting and ensure the long-term survival of woodland.
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme Authority has published a package of consultations on expanding the UK Emissions Trading Scheme, to further limit carbon emissions.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
A new cash incentive system, placing deposits on drinks bottles and cans, will boost recycling from 2025
Mandatory housing measures will be lifted from 00:01 on Monday 2 May 2022.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
New plans will help tackle fly-tipping and illegal waste exports through stricter background checks and mandatory digital waste tracking
Government departments across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland test African swine fever contingency plans in Exercise Holly.
Farmers and dairy producers across the UK consulted on new, fairer conditions for their milk contracts
New Chair of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) to take over from April 2020
Former deputy Chair and acting Chair Brian Young will now permanently take up the role.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
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