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Can Labour Fix England's Water Shortage Problem?
Can Labour Fix England's Water Shortage Problem?
Environment
England hasn’t built a new reservoir in more than 30 years but 10 are now promised – and even they may not be enough. Noah Vickers reports on the leaky plumbing – real and financial – draining the system
The Path to Net Zero: A special report to mark Net Zero Week 2025 Partner content
Environment
By Total Politics Impact
The Path to Net Zero: A special report to mark Net Zero Week 2025
Water Minister Emma Hardy: 'The Regulatory System Is Broken'
Environment
Water Minister Emma Hardy: "The Regulatory System Is Broken"
Troubled Waters – The Many Struggles Of The Canal And River Trust
Environment
Troubled Waters – The Many Struggles Of The Canal And River Trust
Labour Figures Grow Nervous About Net Zero After Reform Success
Environment
Labour Figures Grow Nervous About Net Zero After Reform Success
Labour MP Warns Planning Reforms Could Overwhelm Environment Regulator
Environment
Labour MP Warns Planning Reforms Could Overwhelm Environment Regulator
Victoria Atkins: I’ve Cross-Examined Gun-Toting Drug Lords – Labour MPs Don't Worry Me
Environment
Victoria Atkins: I’ve Cross-Examined Gun-Toting Drug Lords – Labour MPs Don't Worry Me
Opinion
Decarbonisation, growth, delivery? The Government’s recess report card Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Products Association
Decarbonisation, growth, delivery? The Government’s recess report card
The global treaty may lie in tatters, but the UK must continue to lead the fight against plastic pollution
Environment
By Rebecca Pow
The global treaty may lie in tatters, but the UK must continue to lead the fight against plastic pollution
After the Industrial Strategy: decarbonisation, not deindustrialisation? Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Products Association
After the Industrial Strategy: decarbonisation, not deindustrialisation?
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Nigel Farage Says He Would Renegotiate The Good Friday Agreement To Stop Small Boats
Nigel Farage Says He Would Renegotiate The Good Friday Agreement To Stop Small Boats
Foreign affairs
How Ruthless Will Starmer's Reshuffle Be?
How Ruthless Will Starmer's Reshuffle Be?
Political parties
Total Politics at the Labour Party Conference ##sash##
Total Politics at the Labour Party Conference
Parliament's People Awards ##sash##
Parliament's People Awards
MPs Are Divided Over Whether They Should Use AI To Do Their Jobs
MPs Are Divided Over Whether They Should Use AI To Do Their Jobs
Parliament
Total Politics at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference ##sash##
Total Politics at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference
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Water Minister Emma Hardy: 'The Regulatory System Is Broken'
Environment
Water Minister Emma Hardy: "The Regulatory System Is Broken"
With water now a top political issue in Britain, Sienna Rodgers talks to Defra minister Emma Hardy who says regulation of the industry is ‘broken’ – and warns companies, ‘there’s no room to hide’
Troubled Waters – The Many Struggles Of The Canal And River Trust
Environment
Troubled Waters – The Many Struggles Of The Canal And River Trust
Over a decade ago, the government decided to place many of England and Wales’ inland waterways in the hands of the Canal & River Trust. As it struggles with increasing financial pressure and a furious row with part of the boating community, has the experiment failed? Alan White investigates. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
Victoria Atkins: I’ve Cross-Examined Gun-Toting Drug Lords – Labour MPs Don't Worry Me
Environment
Victoria Atkins: I’ve Cross-Examined Gun-Toting Drug Lords – Labour MPs Don't Worry Me
Sienna Rodgers talks to shadow environment secretary Victoria Atkins who aims her fire at ‘City Steve’, ‘showman’ Nigel Farage and the government’s ‘Marxist’ policy on compulsory purchase
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Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
BVA Veterinary Photographer of the Year 2023 unveiled
British Veterinary Association announces category winners - Vets at work, All creatures great and small; and Happy pets that make us smile
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
New survey shows concerning rise in dog aggression following pandemic puppy boom
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Wasting valuable study time? Join BVA Live debate on the introduction of single species training
New statistics from the Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey show that 30% of vets treat only one or two species on a regular basis, prompting the question ‘What if vets trained in only one species group?’. This hypothetical question will form the basis for a hot topic debate at BVA Live at 2.15pm tomorrow afternoon (11 May).
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
BVA Live to host launch of annual PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report
‘State of the nation’s pets’ report reveals 56% of vets say more owners are struggling to afford unexpected vet bills due to cost-of-living crisis
Partner content
Environment
Role of Artificial Intelligence in vet medicine to be explored at BVA Live
Final ‘hot topic’ session unveiled: expert panel to debate impact of AI technology on the profession.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Mild spring weather potentially more dangerous for pets than extreme summer heatwaves, vets warn
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has released new statistics showing that during last year’s record-breaking heatwave, where temperatures soared to in excess of 40C, vets saw fewer cases of heat-related conditions in pets, such as heatstroke, burnt paw pads, sunburn and breathing difficulties, than the hot summer of 2018, which was by comparison significantly cooler.
Open letter to the PM: Time is running out to deliver on the Action Plan for Animal Welfare Partner content
Environment
By #ActionForAnimals campaign
Open letter to the PM: Time is running out to deliver on the Action Plan for Animal Welfare
On the second anniversary of the Government’s flagship Action Plan for Animal Welfare, 25 leading animal protection organisations urge Rishi Sunak: stop letting animals, and voters, down.
A coronation fund is a great way to protect and champion Britain’s rare breed animals
Environment
By George Eustice MP
A coronation fund is a great way to protect and champion Britain’s rare breed animals
The coronation of King Charles III is an opportunity to bring the country together after several challenging years internationally and a chance to celebrate and recognise some of the causes that have been dear to the heart of our new King throughout his life.
Partner content
Environment
By Cruelty Free International
High Court Judge rules that Home Office can reinstate policy ban on animal testing for cosmetics
Animal protection NGO Cruelty Free International is calling on the government to reinstate the 1998 ban on animal testing for cosmetics, which a High Court judge has now ruled it is able to do. Documents disclosed in the court proceedings revealed for the first time that the Home Office secretly abandoned the ban in 2019.
How the Sapporo agreement can make the UK a world leader in nuclear Partner content
Environment
By Nuclear Industry Association
How the Sapporo agreement can make the UK a world leader in nuclear
The landmark agreement at the G7 Nuclear Energy Forum offers tremendous benefits we must not waste.
Partner content
Environment
New resource to guide pet owners on responsible use of parasiticides
Resource unveiled ahead of dedicated BVA Live session on parasite control for dogs and cats
Partner content
Environment
Finalists unveiled for BVA’s Veterinary Photographer of the Year 2023 competition
Nine inspiring and creative photos have been chosen as finalists of this year’s BVA Veterinary Photographer of the Year competition for 2023.
Britain must use its soft power to secure an ambitious Global Plastic Treaty
Environment
By Selaine Saxby MP
Britain must use its soft power to secure an ambitious Global Plastic Treaty
With the fifth largest marine estate in the world, the United Kingdom must help rid the world's oceans of plastic.
The Government must listen to councillors’ fears over the financial cost of net zero Partner content
Environment
By OFTEC
The Government must listen to councillors’ fears over the financial cost of net zero
The data is clear - rural households need to be given a choice on how they decarbonise.
Partner content
Environment
Significant reform of EMS needed: BVA launches new policy position
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling for the Extra-mural Studies (EMS) requirement of veterinary education to be reviewed and updated to make it effective, accessible, and sustainable for today’s veterinary students, vet schools and EMS providers.
Beaver Bounceback
Environment
By Chris Chafin
Beaver Bounceback
The reintroduction of beavers to the United Kingdom has been met with excitement from ecotourists and animal lovers – but some are worried it could come at a price. Chris Chafin reports. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
IKEA invests £4.5 million in one of the biggest EV charging infrastructure projects for last mile fleet in the UK and Ireland Partner content
Environment
By IKEA
IKEA invests £4.5 million in one of the biggest EV charging infrastructure projects for last mile fleet in the UK and Ireland
Embedding sustainability: How homegrown semiconductor technology can help realise the UK’s sustainability goals Partner content
Environment
By Pragmatic Semiconductor
Embedding sustainability: How homegrown semiconductor technology can help realise the UK’s sustainability goals
Homegrown technology and innovation can be vital catalysts when it comes to realising the UK’s sustainability goals. However, Government must set the conditions for these sectors to thrive.
Partner content
Environment
By Policy@Manchester
Under the weather: Reimagining mobility in the climate crisis
Transport systems are essential to the movement of people, things, and services. When disrupted, as during severe weather, social and economic costs are high. Communities are vulnerable to extreme weather – whether in Canada or in the UK. In this article, Dr Stephanie Sodero from The University of Manchester, draws on her research and uses Atlantic Canadian hurricane case studies to explore how communities can prepare for increasing local disruptions to transportation systems resulting from shifts in the global climate. She presents practical recommendations for policymakers on how mobility can be reimagined to work with, rather than against, the climate in ways that also benefit the health of local communities.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Expert to shed light on the approach to reptile emergencies in practice
Building a Sustainable Future: Why Collaboration is Key to Combat Climate Change Partner content
Environment
By IKEA
Building a Sustainable Future: Why Collaboration is Key to Combat Climate Change
The Government’s recent energy day policy announcements brought different strands of policymaking together: investments in renewable energy, infrastructure, and energy efficiency. Now is the moment to work in partnership with industry to effectively implement public policy for the benefit of everyone in the UK, and around the world.
Partner content
Environment
By Policy@Manchester
The Plastic Problem: moving from a linear to a circular economy
Plastics have enabled society to progress at an unprecedented pace and have facilitated momentous advances in technology. However, it is the inherent durability of plastic which largely accounts for both its success and the plastic waste problem we now face. Our behaviour and choices as consumers or producers of plastic waste are of great importance in resolving the problem. Governments have typically been slow or reluctant to respond to this issue. In this article Dr Thomas Franklin from The University of Manchester’s Royce Institute, outlines how proportionate legislation and policy initiatives will be crucial in the fight against plastic waste.
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
British Veterinary Association responds to the Government’s Border Target Operating Model

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued a statement in response to the publication of the UK Government’s draft Border Target Operating Model, which will have a significant impact on UK biosecurity.


The biggest offshore wind 'living lab' in the world to be developed in the Humber Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
The biggest offshore wind 'living lab' in the world to be developed in the Humber
The biggest offshore wind ‘living lab’ in the world will be created off the Grimsby coast through the development of a 5G Testbed that includes Grimsby Port and the Lynn and Inner Dowsing wind farm.
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Total Politics at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference
2025
Bayview Suite 2
Total Politics at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference
Total Politics at the Labour Party Conference
2025
Room 4A and 4B
Total Politics at the Labour Party Conference
Total Politics at the Conservative Party Conference
2025
Derby Suite
Total Politics at the Conservative Party Conference
Parliament's People Awards
2026
The Palace of Westminster
Parliament's People Awards