Frequently Asked Questions about the current bird flu outbreak
Useful information for journalists interested in the bird flu outbreak
Updated: Thu Nov 10 2022
Flood Action Week
There has been widespread coverage of Environment Agency warnings to be prepared for possible flooding this winter, as it continues its awareness campaign - Flood Action Week - to encourage those who live in areas at risk of flooding to act now to protect their home, possessions and family
Updated: Wed Nov 09 2022
One Food for One Health
Cefas and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) are leading on a new Defra-funded international programme re-defining how controlling hazards in food systems can positively impact biodiversity and improve their climate-efficiency. Food systems are defined as the web of ...
Updated: Thu Nov 03 2022
Everything you need to know about beach wash ups
In today's blog, we talk about beach wash ups and how the Environment Agency's role in responding.
Updated: Wed Nov 02 2022
Capacity Building in Fisheries Evidence, Networks and Management in the British Virgin Islands
Cefas' Dr Peter Randall recently visited the (British) Virgin Islands (hereafter referred to as the Virgin Islands (VI)) as part of the Darwin Plus Funded Project, "Capacity Building in Fisheries Evidence, Networks and Management in the Virgin Islands". The project ...
Updated: Mon Oct 31 2022
How we use your information to stop waste criminals
By Pete Booth, Senior Intelligence Officer In my role as a Senior Intelligence Officer, I can tell you the information you give to us about waste crime is vital. We identify, investigate, and prosecute cases from the intelligence you provide. ...
Updated: Thu Oct 27 2022
National Drought Group projections for winter water resources
Last week, the National Drought Group discussed water resources projections for the winter using different rainfall scenarios on public water supply, agriculture, and the environment.
Updated: Tue Oct 25 2022
Recycling commercial trawl nets from harbour to pellet in the UK
Following on from my blog in 2018 regarding the initiation of Torbay Cleaner Coasts Initiative and our work to encourage the commercial Brixham fishing fleet to recycle their HDPE nets, I am pleased to say that there has been some ...
Updated: Tue Oct 25 2022
Boost biodiversity with your woodland design
Discover 11 ways to boost biodiversity through your woodland design.
Updated: Wed Oct 19 2022
Why woods are so important for nature
Woodlands can inspire us with a sense of going back in time, to a simpler world, where nature was rich and dominant.
Updated: Wed Oct 19 2022
Drought may remain beyond spring 2023 - EA's National Drought Group
The latest National Drought Group meeting forecasts average rainfall over winter will not be enough to prevent drought conditions in some areas next year.
Updated: Tue Oct 18 2022
Reflections on a Summer Festival of National Nature Reserves
By Oliver Harmar, Chief Operating Officer, Natural England Twelve months ago, I was lucky enough to be standing overlooking the fabulous wetlands of the Flashes of Wigan and Leigh, listening to the inspirational words of Clare Shaw, a local poet: ...
Updated: Tue Oct 18 2022
Regulating a nuclear reactor at the end of its life
In August Hinkley Point B's nuclear reactor '3' was switched off after 46 years of energy generation. Victoria Thomas, our Hinkley Point B nuclear regulator, talks about her work at the power station as it moves to the next stage of the nuclear life cycle.
Updated: Tue Oct 18 2022
Catchment Sensitive Farming: supporting farmers across England
I'm Ceri Meehan, I'm a Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) Adviser covering the Severn River Basin District. I use my skills to deliver Natural England's objectives in the West Midlands. I work with farmers advising them on sustainable farming practices that ...
Updated: Fri Oct 14 2022
Defra response to new research on crustacean mortality incident
There has been extensive coverage across national and regional media around the high number of crab and lobster deaths that occurred in the North East last year, following the publication of a new study. It has yet to be peer ...
Updated: Fri Oct 14 2022
Government committed to halting decline in nature
In today's blog we set out our commitment to the environment and respond to concerns raised by the National Trust and other environmental charities.
Updated: Wed Oct 12 2022
Marine Licensing in the MMO
Through marine licensing, the MMO plays a key role in providing advice and making decisions on what happens in England's seas. There are many things to consider when handling marine licence applications, from protecting the marine environment to helping the ...
Updated: Wed Oct 12 2022
Hot off the press: Natural England's research to support offshore wind
By Mike Burke, Head of Programme - Sustainable Development Natural England has just published several research reports to inform and support the sustainable development of offshore windfarms, contributing to economic growth and energy security. This package of research will provide ...
Updated: Tue Oct 11 2022
International Geodiversity Day - a world first
By Jonathan Larwood, Principal Adviser - Geodiversity, Natural England The world's first International Geodiversity Day will be celebrated on the 6th October. This annual event was established by UNESCO in November 2021 following a proposal from 109 international and national ...
Updated: Fri Oct 07 2022
Penwith Moors Site of Special Scientific Interest; Cornwall's western-most landscape receives further accolade of SSSI d
By Mark Beard - Penwith Moors SSSI designation project manager The designation of a new Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) is a reminder that, as a society, we value the special place nature plays in enriching our lives, protecting ...
Updated: Fri Oct 07 2022
Defra response to reported recent increase in fatal dog attacks
There has been front page coverage in the Mirror today on the increasing number of dog attacks reported this year. These attacks are deeply distressing and our sympathy goes out to the families of those who have died as a ...
Updated: Thu Oct 06 2022
Lincolnshire farmer tells other farmers not to worry about Environment Agency check
Emma Billings provides an insight into the Environment Agency farm inspections taking place in Lincolnshire
Updated: Wed Oct 05 2022
Upcoming events
Forestry Commission teams will be attending the following events during October. Come along to speak with us about our work and how you can get involved. Why not share your visit to our stand on Twitter? Don't forget to tag ...
Updated: Wed Oct 05 2022
Daily Mail and Independent coverage on Government tree planting targets
There is inaccurate coverage in the Daily Mail and Independent on Government's tree planting targets.
Updated: Tue Oct 04 2022
Water companies face new civil penalties up to £250million
There has been widespread media coverage of the Environment Secretary's announcement that he will bring forward proposals to raise the civil penalty for water companies who pollute the environment by 1,000-fold - from £250,000 to up to £250 million.
Updated: Tue Oct 04 2022