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The Government sets out how it will underpin key environmental commitments with legally binding targets, including for air quality, water, waste and biodiversity.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
A district level licensing scheme making it easier for developers to protect threatened populations of great crested newts is being rolled out in Cambridgeshire.
Five pilot areas will test how the recovery of England’s landscapes and wildlife can be driven locally
Government reminds pet owners to check the latest advice on travelling with pets ahead of the formal end to the EU exit transition period.
Defra to consult on the management of beavers in the wild and national approach for any further releases later this year.
The £100m Zoo Animals Fund, announced on 27 June is now open for applications from zoos and aquariums.
Relaxation of enforcement during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Relaxation of enforcement during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Temporary change to the standard VMD guidance on Manufacturers of extemporaneous preparations for use under the cascade (ManSA).
Enforcement of Veterinary Medicines Regulations relaxed in light of enhanced precautions required by the response to coronavirus (COVID-19).
PHE calls for people to be tick aware as the first case of a babesiosis is diagnosed in England.
International Environment Minister Lord Goldsmith has appointed John Scanlon as chair of the Illegal Wildlife Trade (IWT) Challenge Fund. The IWT Challenge Fund supports projects aiming to tackle the illegal wildlife trade a…
UK will invest to protect hardwood species and fauna in Guatemala and Mexico.
The Environment Agency is warning drivers of 4x4 vehicles they could be subject to legal proceedings after a group of vehicles were seen being driven along a Shropshire river.
Sarah Flannigan and Jantiene T. Klein Roseboom van der Veer have been reappointed as Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Val Gooding, Ian Karet, Michael Lear and Derek Myers terms have been extended for six months.
Microchipping will help ensure that irresponsible owners are rightly held accountable and owners can be more easily reunited with lost or stolen horses
The Environment Agency has granted a permit to place fish barriers across the entrances to Hoveton Great Broad in Norfolk as part of a restoration project.
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