1926 Diary: Public's Role in Bird Migration Science
A 1926 country diary urges the public to report ringed birds to aid migration science. Discover how a simple act can unlock vital data on species like the blackcap and black-headed gull.
A 1926 country diary urges the public to report ringed birds to aid migration science. Discover how a simple act can unlock vital data on species like the blackcap and black-headed gull.
A century-old diary entry details the hunt for ringed birds, highlighting how public reports have been crucial to understanding avian migration patterns in the UK and beyond.
Tim Bird, 70, moved to Finland in the 1980s and now holds dual citizenship. He reveals why life in the 'world's happiest country' is superior to the UK in his new book, citing safety, nature, and contentment. Discover his story.
A London resident found a clever, non-lethal solution to stop ring-necked parakeets raiding his bird feeders. Discover the debate on invasive species and a historical recipe for parrot pie.
A London resident found a clever, non-lethal way to protect native birds from flashmobs of ring-necked parakeets. Discover the simple trick and the wider debate on invasive species in the UK.
A third farm in Nottinghamshire has confirmed a bird flu outbreak, prompting a 3km protection zone. All poultry will be culled. Follow for breaking UK news updates.
The RSPB urges UK households to stop using flat bird tables this winter to prevent deadly disease spread among garden birds. Learn the safe feeding alternatives.
The RSPB warns damp food on flat bird tables spreads deadly diseases like Trichomonosis. Learn how to safely feed garden birds during the UK's cold snap.
A Conservative analysis reveals net migration required 86,441 new homes in Labour's first year, 36% of total supply. The Tories warn of a deepening housing crisis. Read the full report.
A major demographic shift will see UK deaths exceed births from 2026, a first in a century. Coupled with falling migration, this could shrink the workforce and push taxes higher. Read the full analysis.
From Monday, UK border officials can seize phones from small boat arrivals to combat people smuggling gangs. The new legal powers aim to save lives and disrupt trafficking networks. Read the full update.
Official data shows Britain has accepted more asylum-seekers from France than it has sent back under Labour's flagship agreement. Read the full analysis of the scheme's impact.
Gardening expert reveals the two essential foods that will entice Britain's favourite bird, the robin, to visit your garden repeatedly during the cold winter months. Learn how to support them.
Gardening expert reveals the two essential foods to attract robins to your UK garden this winter. Learn how to support Britain's favourite bird through the cold months.
Data reveals the UK's warmest spring on record led to higher breeding success for 14 songbird species, offering hope amid long-term declines. Discover the findings.
Got a new bird feeder for Christmas? The RSPB reveals which feeders to avoid and how to safely attract birds to your garden for the Big Garden Birdwatch this January.
The Merlin Bird ID app, using AI to identify birdsong, has seen an 88% surge in UK users. Discover how it's connecting people to nature and boosting mental wellbeing.
Bird experts urge UK gardeners to clean out nesting boxes before January to create the perfect home for robins, who start scouting for spots early in the new year. Act now to welcome these beloved birds.
Gardening guru David Fryer reveals the simple berry plant that will attract birds to your garden all year. Learn how to support wildlife and create a bird-friendly outdoor space.
Legacy benefits are ending. Learn the crucial steps, deadlines, and how to secure transitional protection before the March 2026 migration to Universal Credit.
Experts urge UK households to stop using eco-friendly sprays in gardens, as they can prevent birds from visiting and harm wildlife. Discover safer alternatives.
A nature writer shares simple, daily acts to support struggling garden birds like house sparrows and wrens during the harsh winter months. Discover how small gestures can make a big difference.
We explain the costs, the most effective solutions, and when it’s worth paying to bird-proof your solar panels in the UK. Get free quotes for solar panels today.
New German law imposes 10-year prison terms for smugglers targeting the UK. The move boosts UK-Germany cooperation to tackle illegal migration and organised crime.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper signs a new UK-Greece agreement to tackle smuggling gangs and disrupt small boat supplies. Includes £1.5m for North African job schemes.
Birds nesting under solar panels cause noise, mess and potential damage. We explain UK costs, the most effective bird-proofing solutions, and when the investment is essential. Get expert advice.
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
The UK's net migration could rise to around 300,000 by the end of the decade, a key government adviser predicts, as overseas student and worker numbers rebound. Read the full analysis.
Official advisers reveal asylum seekers have an 'unambiguously negative' fiscal impact, costing hundreds of thousands each. Read the full MAC report analysis.
A new report exposes critical gaps in UK migration data, leaving ministers unable to track illegal migrants or human rights claims. Discover the findings and the government's new reforms.