Defra

Michael Gove: 'It is only by working together we will reverse the rising tide of plastic waste finding its way into our rivers, seas and oceans'

Evidence sought from industry on how to reduce impact of microfibres from vehicle tyres and brakes on air quality and the environment

Environmental Audit Committee warns government must respond to climate-related heat risks that pose a major threat to health

'The high temperatures and lack of rain in the UK are an example of increasing risks from climate change that the CCC highlighted to Government two years ago,' says influential watchdog

Fresh funding for 13 flood schemes across England will help protect thousands more homes against floods, government claims

National Adaptation Programme 2018-2023 sets out strategy for dealing with effects of changing climate, citing flooding and heat risks

Theresa May was at pains yesterday to stress the government will deliver high environmental standards post-Brexit - but the fear remains her welcome pledges could dissolve with her authority

Leading experts from across the green economy offer their take on what should be included in the first UK Environment Act in over 20 years

Prime Minister tells Liaison Committee government will introduce the first Environment Bill since 1995, covering air quality and other post-Brexit 'opportunities'

Public and private finance from the UK has helped avoid more than 10.4 million tonnes of greenhouse gases in the developing world over the past two years