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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

"We can do what we think is best to make our country cleaner, greener and more beautiful," Environment Secretary tells Conservative Party Conference

Mayor claims new powers needed to tackle the 50 per cent of London air pollution that is not generated by road transport

Setting up a private market in water management could see farmers earn money from businesses in areas susceptible to flooding, analysis by Green Alliance and the National Trust finds

Britain becomes one of first countries to start process of ratifying last year's Kigali amendment to the Montreal Protocol, which aims to reduce emissions from fridges, air con and other appliances