Defra

Government unveils new scheme administrator that will lead efforts to reduce packing waste and promote use of recyclable materials under new regulations

Office for Environmental Protection warns government is 'largely off track' to meeting majority of legally binding nature targets, and time is rapidly running out to deliver on 2030 goals

Environment Secretary Steve Reed promises more support for sustainable domestic food producers, reforms to boost on-farm clean energy generation, and environmental protections in all future trade deals

The government is facing scrutiny from the environmental watchdog over its efforts to comply with statutory standards for seas and coastlines

The Wildlife Trusts new briefing calls on the government to show urgent leadership to protect farming, food security, and nature in England

New waste incinerators must be carbon capture ready and make use of residual heat if they are to receive planning approval, Defra confirms

CEOs, politicians, civil servants, and green campaigners among those honoured for services to business and the environment

New scheme designed to support food redistribution charities in strengthening links with farmers in England

Blanket ban to be imposed on three specific neonicotinoids in the UK to help protect pollinators estimated to support £500m in annual economic benefits

Andrew Morlet, former chief executive at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, appointed as chair of new group