England

Government launches consultation over proposals to streamline permitting requirements for activities related to waste, water and flood risk

Changes under Simpler Recycling plans are designed to boost recycling rates, deliver cost savings, and reduce waste sent to landfill

Government claims move would protect a further 146,000 hectares of the carbon-rich wildlife habitats across the country

Latest household waste and recycling data comes as Environment Secretary Steve Reed reiterates call to 'end Britain's throwaway society'

Storm overflow figures 'still a long way off where we need to be', latest Environment Agency update confirms

Shock resignation comes just a day after Transport Secretary unveiled 'promising' vision for integrated transport across England

AXA urges government to appoint Minister for Resilience and rethink 1.5 million homes plan in wake of latest severe flooding

Inefficient homes are costing Brits an average of £299 a year in additional energy costs, as majority of households back proposals for mandatory solar panels on new homes

Multi-billion-pound link between Scotland and County Durham aims to help power up to two million homes with wind power

Low carbon heat projects in Leeds, Plymouth, Bristol, Stockport, Sheffield and London to receive a share of £5.8m support