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The Sheep Farming Industry Says There Will Be A Total Price Collapse In January Without A Brexit Deal
The Sheep Farming Industry Says There Will Be A Total Price Collapse In January Without A Brexit Deal
Environment
British sheep farmers are just weeks away from a total price collapse unless a post-Brexit trade deal is reached with the EU, the industry has warned.
Rishi Sunak Has Tried To Reassure The UK Financial Sector Weeks Before The Brexit Transition Period Ends
Environment
Rishi Sunak Has Tried To Reassure The UK Financial Sector Weeks Before The Brexit Transition Period Ends
The Government Accidentally Voted For A Labour Amendment To One Of Its Flagship Bills
Environment
The Government Accidentally Voted For A Labour Amendment To One Of Its Flagship Bills
Exclusive: Dawn Butler Says She Didn't Delete Her Tweet About Extinction Rebellion On Purpose, And She Supports Them
Environment
Exclusive: Dawn Butler Says She Didn't Delete Her Tweet About Extinction Rebellion On Purpose, And She Supports Them
Plastic bag fee doubles to 10p and extended to all shops in England
Environment
Plastic bag fee doubles to 10p and extended to all shops in England
MPs demand dedicated minister as food bank use soars amid coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus
MPs demand dedicated minister as food bank use soars amid coronavirus pandemic
Exclusive: Government’s green homes plan risks ‘throwing people into the arms of scammers’, MPs warn
Environment
Exclusive: Government’s green homes plan risks ‘throwing people into the arms of scammers’, MPs warn
The House Live
HyNet North West is unlocking Net Zero for the UK Partner content
Environment
By Cadent
HyNet North West is unlocking Net Zero for the UK
Ed Miliband: 'If the Conservatives want a climate election in the next election, I say bring it on'
Environment
By Georgina Bailey
Ed Miliband: 'If the Conservatives want a climate election in the next election, I say bring it on'
Why buildings must be the linchpin of the UK’s climate and green recovery plans Partner content
Coronavirus
By ROCKWOOL
Why buildings must be the linchpin of the UK’s climate and green recovery plans
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To support disabled people better, there is no doubt we must do more to support their carers
To support disabled people better, there is no doubt we must do more to support their carers
By Ed Davey MP
Health
Grandma Wong personifies the bravery of Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigners - she would be a worthy recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize
Grandma Wong personifies the bravery of Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigners - she would be a worthy recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize
By Baroness Bennett and Lord Alton
Foreign affairs
The path to financial empowerment starts with financial inclusion
The path to financial empowerment starts with financial inclusion
By Guy Opperman MP
Economy
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Ed Miliband: 'If the Conservatives want a climate election in the next election, I say bring it on'
Environment
By Georgina Bailey
Ed Miliband: 'If the Conservatives want a climate election in the next election, I say bring it on'
Ed Miliband is back on the Labour frontbench, and pursuing his passion of tackling the climate crisis. He talks to Georgina Bailey about why the government’s green jobs plans fall short, why COP-26 is the most important international summit yet, and whether XR is helping or hurting
Committee on Climate Change chair Lord Deben on why it would be ‘stupid’ not to use the coronavirus recovery to go for net zero
Coronavirus
By Eleanor Langford
Committee on Climate Change chair Lord Deben on why it would be ‘stupid’ not to use the coronavirus recovery to go for net zero
As lockdown is lifted, ministers are grappling with how to safeguard the British economy amid forecasts of a crippling recession. Meanwhile, the promised “defining year of action” on climate change has slipped out of focus. But could the government ease the effect the pandemic and advance its climate goals in one fell swoop?
Environment news
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Vets welcome Government consultation on the welfare of livestock at transport
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed today’s (Thursday 3rd December) announcement that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will begin an eight-week long consultation in England and Wales seeking views on live animals export and how to better protect animal welfare during transport.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Vets help set agenda for animal health and welfare goals in new agricultural transition plan
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed a new roadmap published yesterday (Monday 30 November) by the Government setting out a new system for farming in England intended to reward farmers for higher standards of animal welfare and steps to protect the environment.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Vets welcome milestone moment as Wales circus ban comes into force
A milestone animal welfare law banning the use of wild animals in travelling circuses in Wales comes into force today (1 December 2020), following a long and sustained campaign by the British Veterinary Association (BVA).
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
UK vets face triple whammy as Brexit transition looms
The UK veterinary profession is facing a triple whammy of Covid, Brexit, and exotic disease, according to a new report from the British Veterinary Association (BVA).
Partner content
Environment
By OFTEC
Off-grid heating industry ‘willing and able’ to deliver more cost-effective route to net zero for rural households
More than 45 key players in the off-grid heating industry have written to the Minister of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) underlining their readiness to deliver a cheaper, more practical solution to decarbonising oil heated homes than the current options backed by government.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
BVA hails positive animal welfare mandate for Scottish abattoirs
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed legislation that will make CCTVs compulsory in abattoirs in Scotland, following a long and sustained campaign by the veterinary profession.
Partner content
Environment
By Wood for Good
Confor welcomes commitment to tree-planting from Chancellor
In response to yesterday’s announcements, Confor (the Confederation of Forest Industries) has welcomed the latest confirmation that the UK Government is committed to planting 30,000 hectares of new woodland annually by 2025.
Improving the quality of our homes will level up our communities
Environment
By Derek Thomas MP
Improving the quality of our homes will level up our communities
Making our homes more environmentally friendly and better to live in is absolutely essential for both net zero and levelling up.
Planning reforms drive a bulldozer through plans for nature recovery in the Environment Bill
Environment
By Daniel Zeichner MP
Planning reforms drive a bulldozer through plans for nature recovery in the Environment Bill
Planning reforms and the Environment Bill are moving in opposite directions, pitting nature against economic development, as policy divisions within government descend into incoherent chaos
To hit zero carbon by 2030 we need traffic reduction, not just a ban on the sale of petrol cars
Environment
By Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb
To hit zero carbon by 2030 we need traffic reduction, not just a ban on the sale of petrol cars
Electric vehicles do less damage to the climate than most petrol or diesel cars, but still contribute to carbon emissions. Electric charging points must use only renewable energy to make the switch to electric worthwhile.
The hydrogen economy starts today Partner content
Environment
By Cadent
The hydrogen economy starts today
Ignoring the role of the gas network in reaching net zero would hinder the UK reaching its zero carbon targets.
We must tackle both the nature and climate crises together Partner content
Environment
By Woodland Trust
We must tackle both the nature and climate crises together
It is clear that restoring nature and delivering for people go hand in hand, and that requires a stronger emphasis from government on nature in its environment plans.
The Prime Minister’s 10 point plan must focus on delivery Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Products Association
The Prime Minister’s 10 point plan must focus on delivery
The Mineral Products Association cautiously welcomes the Prime Minister’s ten-point plan for the environment but as is too often the case, we are left asking about delivery.
Partner content
Environment
By Institution of Engineering and Technology
IET sets out key priorities within the Government’s Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) believes the UK Government’s announcement of a Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution demonstrates the first meaningful steps made by this Government towards achieving net-zero by 2050 in the UK.
Partner content
Environment
By OFTEC
OFTEC comments on Prime Minister’s Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution
Decarbonising heat from UK homes is a national priority that must be urgently addressed. However, we are concerned about the high costs rural households are likely to face under current government proposals to achieve this.
Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association
MIMA's comment on The Prime Minister’s 10 Point Plan on a Green Industrial Revolution
Sarah Kostense-Winterton, Executive Director of the Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association (MIMA) comments on The Prime Minister’s 10 Point Plan on a Green Industrial Revolution;
Coronavirus
By Railway Industry Association
Rail industry welcomes Prime Minister’s Ten Point Decarbonisation Plan and urges role for rail
The Railway Industry Association (RIA), the voice of the UK rail supply community, has welcomed the Prime Minister’s Ten Point Decarbonisation Plan and urged a greater role for rail.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
BVA welcomes ambitious new antibiotic targets for the next four years
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed new sector-specific targets for the responsible use of antibiotics in the UK’s food producing animals over the next four years.
What role can the water industry play in tackling the climate crisis? Partner content
Environment
By Water UK
What role can the water industry play in tackling the climate crisis?
After a year of record-breaking temperatures, storms and flash floods, “it has never been more urgent” to reach net zero emissions by 2030, says Water UK’s chief executive, Christine McGourty.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Exotics vet and children’s TV favourite wins BVA Young Vet Award
Exotic animal vet and star of CBBC’s ‘The Pets Factor’, Fabian Rivers has taken top spot in the BVA Young Vet of the Year Award 2020 sponsored by Zoetis.
Offshore wind makes both environmental and economic sense
Coronavirus
By Anthony Browne MP
Offshore wind makes both environmental and economic sense
We need clear, sustained government backing to cement our position as the world leader in offshore wind.
How can the UK achieve the 2030 Offshore Wind Target? Partner content
Environment
By Ørsted
How can the UK achieve the 2030 Offshore Wind Target?
Tackling climate change through renewable energy is vital to prevent catastrophic damage to our oceans, protect biodiversity and ensure the future health of our planet.
Calling for a Chilterns National Park
Environment
By Cheryl Gillan MP
Calling for a Chilterns National Park
In 2020, more than ever, we need our open spaces and the green ‘lungs’ around our cities, which provide tranquillity and revitalisation. They strengthen physical and mental resilience for countless people.
Wildlife conservation efforts cannot be a victim of the pandemic Partner content
Coronavirus
By Nick Maughan Foundation
Wildlife conservation efforts cannot be a victim of the pandemic
The devastating impact of COVID-19 has been felt far and wide, not least in the African conservation space where crucial conservation efforts continue to be disrupted. Now more than ever, those men and women working on the frontlines of conservation need our support.
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Supporting Menopause at Work
2020
Online
Supporting Menopause at Work
Women in Policing
2020
Online
Women in Policing
NHS Parliamentary Awards
2021
House of Commons
NHS Parliamentary Awards