Tool is the first time evidence and guidance about UK natural capital will be accessible in one place
"We need to step forward and leave our own legacy" says director general Hilary McGrady on charity's 125th anniversary
Project will collect data on wildlife and ocean plastics, as well as test the potential for unmanned vessels to cut cost and emissions from research voyages
Coalition of wildlife charities concludes key biodiversity metrics are down 13 per cent since the 1970s, with some wildlife populations losing up to a quarter of their number
A bill to introduce payments for environmental improvements by farmers fails to win time in Parliament to pass into law
Defra releases review of its long-term environmental targets which it claims show 90 per cent of actions are on course, but green groups have offered a lukewarm response
Government warns developers as Norfolk council attracts criticism for cliff-face nets which prevent birds from nesting
Respected environmental campaigner to take up role at independent advisory body, as questions over budget cuts and post-Brexit position continue
Broadcaster Chris Packham and Environment Agency director Ken Allison among environmentalists awarded honours for their work
Developers could be required to deliver 'biodiversity net gain' when building new homes or commercial estates under new government plans