Defra launches internal environmental regulation probe

Cecilia Keating
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Defra HQ in London | Credit: iStock
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Defra HQ in London | Credit: iStock

Review led by veteran economist Dan Corry to examine whether Defra's regulatory processes are 'fit for purpose' in driving economic growth while protecting environment

The government has launched a probe into environmental regulations and regulators at Defra, which it said would examine whether current frameworks are "fit for purpose" in supporting the economy and the...

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