01 Sep 2021
From Defra Also covered in the Guardian Plans to release beavers into the wild in England have been set out in a consultation launching today (Wednesday 25 August) – marking a cautious step towards further reintroductions and establishing native beaver populations. Beavers can play a hugely significant role in helping to restore nature to England. […]
01 Sep 2021
From Defra About blocking in-field drains in grassland You can block in-field drains or remove them to restore natural flows of water through grassland. The natural passage of freshwater through rocks, soil and over land supports many habitats and species. If you use artificial surface and sub-surface drainage, it will change the natural flow of […]
31 Aug 2021
Government have made a number of changes to the Environment Bill prompted by collaborative campaign by the Wildlife groups. Defra: Landmark Environment Bill strengthened to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 New strengthened Government commitments to protect the environment for future generations made today in landmark Environment Bill amendments. The Government has strengthened its commitment to […]
31 Aug 2021
Defra plastic waste https://www.gov.uk/government/news/next-steps-to-tackle-plastic-waste Next steps to tackle plastic waste Government to consult on banning a range of polluting plastics this Autumn, with single-use plastic plates, cutlery and polystyrene cups under review The war on plastic waste is set to be ramped up with fresh plans to stop the supply of a range of single-use […]
25 Aug 2021
There are a number of new documents on the Defra website relating to water and habitats – ponds, lakes, ditches etc., which seem to have been released to support the sustainable farming initiative. Create ponds and lakes Find out how land managers can create new clean freshwater ponds and lakes to benefit wildlife and improve […]
17 Aug 2021
This review identified key areas of the planning process related to flood risk management and sets out actions the government will take to strengthen its approach. The government’s Planning for the Future policy paper announced a review of policy for building in areas at flood risk. In July 2020 the government published its Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk […]
05 Aug 2021
More than 1,000 flood schemes to benefit from record investment Defra ‘Over £860m to be invested in flood alleviation schemes this year with further action including improvements to flood insurance. Thousands more homes and businesses are to be better protected from flooding and coastal erosion, as part of plans published today by the Government outlining […]
13 Jul 2021
JNCC ‘The UK government has committed to identify and designate pilot Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) in English waters by the end of 2022. Defra, JNCC, Natural England, Cefas, the Marine Management Organisation and the Association of Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities will work together, with stakeholders, to identify potential pilot sites. To understand the […]
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