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Alan has served as chair of the Environment Agency for four years
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
Policy Lab worked with Defra and the Welsh Government to co-design a new sea bass Fisheries Management Plan shaped by the lived experience of fishers.
Around 300,000 cubic metres of sand helps to reduce risk of flooding for 20,000 homes and businesses, 24,500 static caravans and 35,000 hectares of land.
A new digital resource released by the Mining Remediation Authority and the British Geological Survey enables communities to explore their local mining heritage.
Offshore wind supply chain companies and trade unions back the government’s Offshore Wind Fair Work Charter.
94% of installers surveyed were either very satisfied or satisfied with the training received through the government's Heat Training Grant, new research shows.
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has announced its decision on the next seasonal closure for crawfish in English waters of ICES area 7.
Cornish Lithium plans to produce lithium at a former china clay pit in Cornwall.
MMO has confirmed it will resume the I-VMS programme, working with CLS UK Ltd, to complete the roll-out of devices for English under-12m fishing vessels.
The Avian Influenza Prevention Zones (AIPZs) in place across Great Britain will be lifted from noon 4 June 2026
Families and businesses could benefit from cheaper energy through the use of community batteries.
Change to the information provided on adverse events in the Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC).
Decision follows extensive review and two rounds of public consultation. Rigorous assessments in place to protect the environment and health
The water firm admits 18 charges of water pollution in Devon and Cornwall and sentencing is expected on 30 July 2026.
Experts from both sides gathered to engage in in-depth dialogue on net-zero carbon reduction.
The UK Hydrographic Office's participation at the 4th International Hydrographic Organization Assembly (IHO), held in Monaco.
Families and businesses will continue to reap the benefits of the clean energy transition in the coming decades.
First-of-its-kind drone seed-spreading trial of ravine woodlands launches in the Peak District to tackle ash dieback on hard-to-reach slopes.
Public and forestry trade vigilance needed as we enter the greatest risk period for oak processionary moth (OPM).
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has informed applicants of the outcome of the ballot for commercial bluefin tuna authorisations for the 2026 fishery.
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