Legislation

The decision to approve an opencast coal mine runs completely counter to the government's climate strategy - it should be reversed as swiftly as possible

Global or regional agreements are vital for cross-border problems such as pollution and wildlife crime, says new environment chief, Erik Solheim

As reports suggests Shell is seeking an exemption from North Sea oil and gas decommissioning rules, WWF calls on company to step up efforts to remove aging infrastructure

London Mayor launches promised clean air consultation to mark 60th anniversary of Clean Air Act

YouGov survey of more than 800 people shows 76 per cent want to bring their cities in line with European limits on air pollution

Country is world's second largest consumer of plastic bags after US, reports Al Jazeera.

New figures show 443 schools across the capital now breaching EU air pollution limits, including nearly 90 secondary schools

CCC boss Matthew Bell argues the UK is making encouraging process, but warns the government will soon need to deliver a wide-ranging new decarbonisation plan

'The government has kept its word to adopt this important target to limit the UK's carbon emissions - This is music to our ears'

Renewables sector praises 'clear signal that the UK will continue to show bold leadership on carbon reduction'