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19 May 2020

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Yorkshire Water has been shortlisted for an award celebrating its contribution to conserving the natural environment. The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management Awards recognise the success of projects, businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to protecting the natural environment. Yorkshire Water is one of three shortlisted for the Large-Scale Practical Nature […]

19 May 2020

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The Environment Agency is working hard with the government and other partners to protect the public and environment from the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19). We are aware communities, businesses and the environment rely on our services. This includes the advice and guidance we offer, our regulatory work which continues to protect the environment, people and […]

19 May 2020

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Environment Audit Committee  ‘Establishing a Nature Volunteer Force (Citizens’ Army) to monitor invasive species is one of a number of recommendations the Government is exploring following the Environmental Audit Committee’s report on Invasive Species. Read the Government Response [HTML] and [PDF] Inquiry: Invasive Species  Urgent action needed Last year, the Committee published its report on invasive species, finding that they […]

19 May 2020

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The Tweed and its tributaries offer a rich and unique series of networked habitats for biodiversity in a landscape dominated by agriculture and, increasingly, forestry. The River Tweed, and many of its major tributaries, are designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI); and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) for Ranunculus species, lamprey species, otter […]

19 May 2020

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Rivers play an important role in our environment: regulating flood risks, transporting sediments and supporting biodiversity. Many of these services are linked to factors that indicate river health such as river flow and connectivity. River network connectivity influences species migration, diversity, and habitat occupancy.​ Rivers in the North Sea region are some of the most […]

19 May 2020

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The Wildlife Trusts’ ‘Beavers are back, but their future is not secure. The Wildlife Trust are calling for a beaver strategy for England. The Wildlife Trusts have pioneered the reintroduction of beavers to Britain ever since Kent Wildlife Trust released these industrious creatures into a fenced area of fenland in 2001. Then followed the Scottish […]

12 May 2020

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In Water Saving Week (10-14 May), Waterwise has a daily theme Monday – Save water to save carbon Tuesday – Save water and help communities to thrive Wednesday – Save water to save wildlife Thursday – Save water to save cash Friday – Save water to help keep the UK beautiful Waterwise has also produced […]

12 May 2020

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Tweet from Water UK, 11 May Earlier today, PM Boris Johnson mistakenly referred to COVID-19 being in the #water supply. It’s not, and No. 10 has now issued a correction. Your tap water remains perfectly safe.  Earlier, Mr Johnson told MPs that people should exercise “good, solid, British common sense” in adapting their lives to […]