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Environment minister Lord Taylor announces extra funding after initial £2m grant scheme runs out

New group to report to government on policies and business models that could help enhance environmental protection

Industry body warns government's latest impact survey could have negative impact on green firms

Simon Birkett of Clean Air in London says the government must act on the Environmental Audit Committee's recommendations

Environmental Audit Committee warns councils could bear the brunt of improving the UK's dismal air quality

Lord Taylor tells BusinessGreen Leaders Forum that merging the energy efficiency scheme with carbon reporting regulations is a 'possibility'

Minister admits key report will have to be 'updated', as rumours suggest Cabinet split on proposed mandatory carbon reporting rules

Fisheries minister hails catch quota trials a success in curbing discards

Households and councils are recycling more waste than ever, but another 10 per cent is needed to meet EU 2020 targets

Post-junk mail era awaits as Defra and direct marketing industry launch website where you can opt out of all advertising mail