Government's Secret Climate Plan Sparks Outrage
Exclusive: Defra's controversial decision to withhold its climate adaptation strategy from public scrutiny raises serious concerns about government transparency and environmental commitment.
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Toxic Algae Alert: Lake District Holiday Warning
Tourists and dog walkers in the Lake District are being urgently warned to avoid the water at Coniston Water and Windermere after the Environment Agency confirmed dangerous levels of toxic blue-green algae.
Air Conditioning: New Front in UK's Climate Culture War
New research reveals a stark political divide in Britain over air conditioning, linking its use to right-wing ideology and climate change denial. Discover how home cooling has become the latest front in the culture wars.
Widow's home on cliff edge after garden lost to sea
Exclusive: A Norfolk widow faces the devastating loss of her home to rapid coastal erosion in Hemsby, as her garden collapses into the sea and a community battles authorities for urgent sea defences.
UK's Post-Brexit Environmental Standards Lag Behind EU
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain is lagging dangerously behind EU on pesticides, air quality and chemical safety since Brexit. Investigation shows weakened UK protections.
UK weakens environmental rules, falls behind EU post-Brexit
A damning report reveals the UK is weakening key environmental protections, from water quality to chemical safety, falling behind the EU and risking a 'race to the bottom' since leaving the bloc.
Storm Babet Hero: Environment Agency Officer Dies on Duty
The Environment Agency confirms the tragic death of Paul Suffolk, a dedicated officer who lost his life while protecting communities from devastating Storm Babet floods in Nottinghamshire.
Brexit Minister's French Car Fuels Hypocrisy Row
Cabinet minister Mark Spencer faces accusations of hypocrisy after being spotted driving a French Citroën amid post-Brexit trade tensions. Critics blast the 'staggering' lack of patriotism.
Windermere pollution: Bacteria levels spark health fears
Recent tests reveal dangerous bacteria levels in Lake Windermere, raising serious health and environmental concerns. Authorities urge immediate action.
Post-Brexit EU Travel Rules Catch Out UK Tourists
New EU travel regulations post-Brexit could catch out unwary British travellers. Simon Calder explains the key changes affecting UK tourists heading to Europe.
Windermere sewage contamination crisis revealed
The largest survey of its kind finds dangerous sewage bacteria polluting most of Windermere, raising serious health and environmental concerns.
Climate activist wins pipeline protest appeal
French environmental campaigner Mylène Vialard has successfully overturned her conviction for protesting against a controversial gas pipeline project in the UK, marking a significant victory for climate activists.
Sharkey slams Environment Agency over water pollution
Former Undertones frontman and clean water campaigner Feargal Sharkey accuses the Environment Agency of failing to protect England's rivers from sewage pollution, as legal action looms.
Reeves unveils Labour's green construction plan
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.
River Avon gets top environmental protection status
The River Avon has been designated as a Highly Protected Water Area (HPWA), marking a significant step in conservation efforts to safeguard its biodiversity and water quality.
Thames Water Crisis: Labour Demands Environmental Action
Labour's Steve Reed demands action from the Environment Agency and Natural England over Thames Water's environmental failures, warning of severe risks to ecosystems and public health.
Antibiotics: The Fossil Fuels of Medicine?
Discover the surprising similarities between antibiotics and fossil fuels, and why their overuse threatens our future.
UK considers ban on single-use vapes
The UK government considers banning disposable vapes due to environmental concerns, as millions are discarded improperly each week.
Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure
International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.
Davey faces backlash over Cambridge water crisis
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey is under fire for his role in the Cambridge water shortage crisis, with the Environment Agency now investigating potential regulatory breaches.
Trump allies push oil-funded anti-environment bill
Republican lawmakers, backed by Donald Trump, are under fire for advancing a controversial bill that rolls back environmental protections, with critics pointing to millions in donations from fossil fuel giants.
Cambridge demands action as Environment Agency fails on pollution
Cambridge locals and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey slam the Environment Agency for inaction on pollution, urging immediate reforms to protect communities and wildlife.
Glencore's coal mine expansion threatens koalas
Plans to expand a Queensland coal mine by Glencore could devastate local koala populations, sparking outrage among conservationists. Experts warn of irreversible damage to the ecosystem.
Trump's space plans spark environmental concerns
Former US President Donald Trump's push for commercial rocket launches sparks environmental backlash, with critics targeting Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos over ecological damage.
Fast-water specialist species makes remarkable comeback
Once on the brink of extinction, a unique fast-water specialist species makes a surprising comeback, thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
Labour's rewilding policies may increase wildfire risks
Experts warn that Labour's rewilding policies could exacerbate deadly moorland fires, putting lives and rural communities in jeopardy. Is environmental idealism overtaking public safety?
Plastic pollution treaty talks stall before deadline
Negotiations for a landmark global treaty to tackle plastic pollution have stalled, leaving delegates scrambling to reach an agreement before the deadline.
How to prevent dangerous wildfires from escalating
Experts reveal the latest methods to mitigate wildfire risks and prevent catastrophic damage as climate change intensifies fire seasons worldwide.
Tony Juniper Calls for Collective Wildlife Conservation
Natural England chair Tony Juniper urges a united effort to protect and restore the nation's biodiversity, highlighting the critical role of collaboration in conservation.
Delete Emails to Save Water During Droughts
The Environment Agency urges Brits to delete old emails and reduce digital clutter to conserve water during heatwaves and droughts. Discover how small digital actions can make a big environmental impact.
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