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Government launches consultation to extend the 5p plastic bag charge to all retailers and increase the charge to 10p
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Independent panel will look at how funding supports the needs of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
The Ivory Bill has gained Royal Assent to become law. The Act is expected to come into force in late 2019
Draft clauses for the first Environment Bill for 20 years have been published by the Environment Secretary, Michael Gove
Ban on the outdoor use of metaldehyde introduced to protect wildlife
A more supportive, flexible and incentives-led approach to farming regulation has been recommended as part of a review into the sector published today.
Michael Gove today announced a strengthening of the law and new money to ensure the UK’s fishing industry prospers as we become an independent coastal state.
The government is consulting on mandating biodiversity net gain in development to ensure habitats are protected and enhanced for the future.
Secretary of State Michael Gove has met with allergen groups and retailers to discuss proposed changes in the law around allergen labelling.
New data gives the most detailed picture yet of temperature, rainfall and sea level rise over next century
Secretary of State, Michael Gove, gives speech on UK Climate Change Projections
An independent review into serious and organised waste crime has been published.
A review of the government’s 25 Year Bovine TB Strategy has been published.
Pet owners encouraged to contact their vet on travel plans ahead of EU Exit.
Letter from Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to Scottish Government about the Agriculture Bill.
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has announced a £60,000 fund to develop and test pollinator habitat mapping.
Bill creates powers to build a sustainable, profitable UK fishing industry and deliver a Green Brexit with new protections for our precious marine environment
A call for evidence is inviting views from the public on the future of our National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Successful 2018 Illegal Wildlife Trade conference comes to a close in London.
Further rounds of funding for the popular small grants scheme for farmers has been confirmed
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