Published on: 17 June 2020
There’s an increasing sense that the goalposts are shifting for the new Environmental Land Management (ELM) scheme. From an initial aspiration to revolutionise the way farmers and others are supported to deliver a better environment, we seem to be looking at something much closer to the status quo.
Read More...Published on: 17 June 2020
We are calling for Government to invest in a scheme that will create tens of thousands of jobs, improve the health of nature, people and the planet, and contribute to a green, sustainable recovery. Please show your support for the National Nature Service by signing the public Declaration and join us at the #TheTimeIsNow virtual lobby of Parliament on 30 June.
Read More...Published on: 15 June 2020
Rare and native breeds are essential components of earth's biodiversity. Christopher Price explains the many benefits they bring for farming and conservation alike, and what needs to be done to protect them.
Read More...Published on: 15 June 2020
As support builds for a green recovery, post-covid, it is important that measures to reduce waste and build a reusable, refillable society are prioritised. Cecily uses her blog to detail how we can build back better by creating a circular economy and reducing environmental harm.
Read More...Published on: 9 June 2020
This year it was a World Oceans Day to remember with the publication of the Link ocean recovery manifesto and a webinar exploring how we deliver a blue recovery. Link's Marine Policy & Campaigns Manager summarises the day
Read More...Published on: 5 June 2020
Emily Wilson, Head of Programmes at Four Paws UK introduces their new campaign #LiveKinder; a campaign to end wildlife trade, ending the dog and cat meat trade, ending factory farming and promoting meat reduction, and finally encouraging responsible pet ownership during and after ‘lockdown’
Read More...Published on: 4 June 2020
Do you remember when you last saw a starry night sky? It’s one of the most magical experiences the countryside can offer but for many people, it is a rare sight. This is because of light pollution.
Read More...Published on: 3 June 2020
Today Blueprint for Water publishes its latest policy document: Changing Courses. Mark Lloyd, Rivers Trust, explains why we need to change course to make sure the 25YEP creates a resilient future for water.
Read More...Published on: 2 June 2020
Sarah Dolman, Whale and Dolphin Conservation policy manager, explains why so many porpoises are dying in nets in UK waters, why this is preventable, and how we can stop more than a thousand porpoises dying painful deaths each year.
Read More...Published on: 1 June 2020
Whilst Defra is in the process of designing the new environmental land management (ELM) scheme, we consider what lessons can be learned from past schemes. This is the first in a series of blogs setting out our shared views on the scheme’s objectives, design, and content to inform Defra’s thinking.
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