Defra

New Defra figures show English domestic recycling rates improved fractionally in 2014, but UK could now be on track for fine if it falls short of 2020 target

Trade association delivers 3,000 signatures to four government departments in a show of support for small and medium-scale wind generation projects

England sees single-use carrier bag supplies increase, ahead of the introduction of a five pence charge in October

Chancellor calls for government departments to draw up plans for potential 25 per cent and 40 per cent funding reductions, ahead of autumn spending review

Director General at the Rail Executive to take up top Defra post in the coming months

Unredacted version of controversial Defra report highlights environmental risks of shale gas

Information Commissioner says Defra "incorrectly withheld the information" from last year's paper on the impact of fracking

Shadow environment minister warns host of projects are yet to secure promised funding, but government insists it remains fully committed to £2.3bn six-year programme

Chancellor George Osborne unveils further cuts to government departments as part deficit reduction drive

New Defra minister will also take responsbility for flooding and the Environment Agency