Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs7 hrs agoCull imposed after bird flu discoveredThe H5N1 virus was found at a premises in North Yorkshire on Tuesday, Defra confirms.7 hrs ago13 hrs agoLorries skipping border checks is disease risk - MPsGovernment data shows a rise in trucks failing to turn up at Sevington after arrival in Kent.13 hrs ago7 days agoCall for law change to help prosecute fly-tippersA councillor says it is too difficult to collect the evidence needed for prosecutions.7 days ago8 days agoWhy will I get a food waste bin and when will it be delivered?The government says all councils should deliver the service by 31 March, but not all local authorities will meet the deadline.8 days ago24 Feb 2026Government relaunches green payment scheme for farmers after sudden closuresLong-awaited detail of funding for environmental farming schemes is announced at the NFU conference.24 Feb 202623 Feb 2026What is the future of nature-friendly farming?The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs says it is working on a new proposal.23 Feb 202619 Feb 2026Deer culling to be made easier to protect trees and cropsThe government unveils a long awaited 10-year deer management plan that will identify priority culling areas.19 Feb 202618 Feb 2026Ex-RAF site has 'exceptional wildlife potential'Watchtree Nature Reserve in Cumbria purchases a former RAF watchtower to create a "wildlife haven".18 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Record seizures of illegal meat at Port of DoverNearly 34 tonnes of illicit products were seized at the Port of Dover - the highest monthly total.11 Feb 2026...
