The Time is Now: To deal with the climate crisis we must bring back nature back on an ambitious scale The world is starting to take note of the threat of climate catastrophe. In response, the UK government has joined many governments around the world in setting a net zero emissions target in law. Yet […]
The Wildlife Trusts: ‘In 2019, the UK plans to leave the European Union. Before our departure, the Government must ensure there is a clear vision for our marine environment. While it is important that we retain existing EU law through the Withdrawal Bill and anticipated Fisheries Bill, this departure is a unique opportunity to improve […]
National Marine Week is The Wildlife Trusts’ nationwide celebration of all things marine. Despite the name, it lasts 15 fun-filled days to allow for the variation in tide times around the country. During this time, Wildlife Trusts all around the UK put on a jam-packed programme of events and activities… including inland! Click here for a host […]
The Wildlife Trusts have presented a report to the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for the Environment, Dr Therese Coffey MP at a marine round table held on board Research Vessel Cefas Endeavour on the Thames in London on 25th October. The Wildlife Trusts has identified five unprecedented challenges that must be addressed before we leave the EU. The […]
MCS & TWT “The Government’s scientific advisors have provided proposals on where a final set of Marine Conservation Zones are needed around England. Leading marine conservation charities, the Marine Conservation Society and The Wildlife Trusts are excited about the plans, which are a positive step forward towards restoring our seas. The sites are being proposed […]