Policy

Negotiators from almost 200 countries expected to attend fortnight-long COP17 desertification summit aimed at addressing lack of investment in tackling land degradation and drought, and delivering landmark rangelands deal

Massive Attack, Brian Eno, Robert Smith, Paris Paloma and Olly Alexander among musicians urging Andy Burnham to reject Rosebank as consultation period ends

Andy Burnham to meet with farmers hit by drought tomorrow where he will announce an emergency funding package to help farmers get water to crops and boost resilience to drought

Views are being sought on a menu of options for reforming the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate, which controversially include weakening 2030 EV sales targets for carmakers

Prime Minister says it is 'clear the climate is changing' as he calls for 'different debate' about how to accelerate the green transition and better prepare the country for extreme weather

Green Alliance report claims concerted push to boost domestic fruit and vegetable production could deliver widespread benefits for the economy, food security and climate resilience

Cost of carbon allowances for companies to comply with Emissions Trading Systems is expected to total $95.8bn in 2026 alone, BNEF modelling finds

Weakening the Zero Emissions Vehicle Mandate would also lead to higher UK oil imports and greenhouse gas emissions, according to Carbon Brief analysis

Report warns lack of clarity on costs, timelines, and logistics for connecting factories to the power grid and is causing some firms to abandon electrification plans and remain reliant on fossil gas

Andy Burnham to meet with Defra and Environment Agency officials at COBRA meeting this afternoon to discuss the UK's response to extreme heat and dry weather