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The new call for evidence on tackling plastic packaging is both welcome and a stark warning for businesses about the pace at which green issues can climb the political agenda

Environment Minister Thérèse Coffey's speech to the COP23 UN Climate Summit - in full

Environment Secretary insists post-Brexit environmental governance will have 'real bite', as he reiterates that green standards will not be watered down

Government faces third legal challenge over its 'stubborn failure' to deliver adequate plans tackling illegal air pollution

There are "strong and powerful" arguments for a new environmental regulator, says Environment Secretary

The Collaborative Centre for Sustainable Aquaculture Futures will focus on sea animal health, food safety and protection of aquatic environment

Environmental Audit Committee urges government to act quickly to provide clarity on the UK's chemical industry and EU regulations after Brexit

Defra announces it is to almost double the maximum fine for littering and introduce new penalties for those who litter from their cars

Green lawyer group warns government that without action to address 'holes' in latest UK air quality plan Defra will face legal action for the third time

Official statistics suggest scant progress in improving air quality over the past 18 months, but new sales data confirms diesel vehicle slump is continuing