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Areas of the sea receive the highest level of protection – but we need more!
Today, the first Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) come into force in England, marking an important moment in the UK and The Wildlife Trusts’ marine conservation history. This vital new…
Charities urge stronger protection for UK seas as landmark reports reveal amount of carbon stored in seabed habitats for the first time
A new series of reports published today by a coalition of nature charities means the UK is the first nation to map and estimate the amount of carbon stored in its seabed habitats, including in…
UK Government’s deregulation agenda is dangerous: for the good of future generations, we must retain existing laws and enhance nature protection instead
We face an urgent nature and climate crisis. The situation is dire, with more than one in ten species in England on the brink of extinction and the UK amongst the most nature-depleted countries in…
Myth-busting bats, newts and the economy vs nature protections
There has been widespread misinformation blaming nature as a blocker to growth in the run up to the Chancellor’s speech this week, writes Joe Keegan, public affairs officer at The Wildlife Trusts…
UK government allows ‘emergency’ use of banned bee-harming pesticide just days after EU tightens protections
UK government allows ‘emergency’ use of banned bee-harming pesticide just days after EU tightens protections
Dog walkers urged to lead the way in protecting ground-nesting birds
Leads are essential to prevent dogs harming ground-nesting birds, say The Wildlife Trusts
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Trust appeals to protect sites
Sadly we've had a number of incidents of anti-social behaviour and littering on our sites. We're appealing to people to protect our reserves.
How to make a hedge for wildlife
Hedges provide important shelter and protection for wildlife, particularly nesting birds and hibernating insects.
We are all better off when we work with nature, not against it.
Head of Conservation for Durham Wildlife Trust, Mark Dinning, shares his thoughts on the recent national discussions regarding the water quality protection scheme called nutrient neutrality.
The Wildlife Trusts’ marine highlights and challenges of 2023
Sensational bait ball spectacles at sea, new marine protection and hope for whales and bluefin tuna: The Wildlife Trusts' marine review 2023