The Government has promised a consultation on principles in its publication of the 25 year plan. An environmental net gain principle would be particularly helpful. Environmental net gain in practice The Government’s 25 year Environment Plan published in January includes a key commitment to embed an ‘environmental net gain’ principle for development, including housing and […]
Politico ‘Environment Secretary says government will consult on proposals for a new policy statement that sets out post-Brexit environmental principles, such as ‘polluter pays’ Michael Gove has confirmed work is underway to address one of the biggest concerns green campaigners have about the potential impact of Brexit on the UK’s environmental policy landscape. Writing on Politico, […]
New environmental protections to deliver a Green Brexit Environment Secretary Michael Gove announces plans to consult on a new, independent body for environmental standards Defra: Plans to consult on a new, independent body that would hold Government to account for upholding environmental standards in England after we leave the European Union have been set out by […]