NAO: Defra rapped for 'weaknesses' in green regulatory oversight

Michael Holder
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National Audit Office becomes latest body to warn of risks to natural environment due to lack of effective oversight for green regulations in England

The government is facing further criticism for "weaknesses" in its oversight and enforcement of environmental regulations, with its own spending watchdog today warning that a lack of detailed plans and...

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