Defra

MPs recommend that Ofwat needs an extended remit to better tackle impending water shortages

Committee headed by Lord John Krebs to help shape government's adaptation strategy

Food and Environment Agency promises faster response to food safety and environmental risks

Envirowise, NISP and others to be folded into WRAP as part of government's Landscape Review

New group intended to increase support for green communities and businesses

But new EU figures show the UK is still lagging behind continental neighbours

New report claims anaerobic digestion technologies fuelled by manure and slurry could provide enough power for two million homes

Defra-commissioned report claims water monopolies are allowing utilities to rely on unsustainable sources

Agencies confirm services have been axed following Defra's £1bn budget shortfall

Government accused of systematically scaling down green support for smaller businesses as it attempts to downplay the impact of £1bn budget cuts