New draft guidelines for key stages 1 to 3 criticised by scientists for 'abdicating duty to future generations'

Environment secretary not expected to support proposal despite poll showing almost three-quarters of the UK public wants ban

UK Chamber of Shipping claims cost of new laws on sulphur emissions will make longer ferry routes uncompetitive

Best-selling fruit will take four days to reach supermarket against 24 days from central America – but won't be Fairtrade

Ralf Speth criticises government subsidy of 'poor electric vehicles' and nationwide charging stations

The prime minister's residence is named as the building that has made the most year-on-year improvement in the UK scheme

Rajendra Pachauri says US president should push for improving public's understanding of man-made global warming

The charity finds Nestlé, Mars and Coca-Cola fail to protect farmers, local communities and the environment

With trial over 2010 disaster set to begin in New Orleans today, government said to offer $16bn deal to settle claims

Environmental groups say oil giant in court next week must be held responsible for all damage from 2010 disaster