Massive decline of UK wildlife continues - 1,500 species are now at risk
The latest State of Nature report published by the RSPB shows that much of the wildlife in the UK and its Overseas territories is in serious trouble – in the UK 1,500 species are now at risk of being lost completely.
Results of 20-year research project reveals devastating loss of British and Irish flora
The results of a 20-year research project published in the Plant Atlas 2020 by the Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland has revealed the devastating loss of British and Irish flora.
Natural England launches innovative licencing scheme to protect wildlife and promote sustainable development
Natural England has launched a new scheme in Cumbria to help conserve local populations of great crested newts while promoting sustainable development.
Somerset wetlands becomes England’s biggest super national nature reserve
England’s second ‘super’ National Nature Reserve (NNR) has been declared in Somerset by Natural England on the 70th anniversary of the creation of national nature reserves.
Environment Agency and Wild Trout Trust partnership extended until 2025
The Environment Agency has extended its partnership with the Wild Trout Trust until 2025 to provide advice and carry out practical work with angling clubs, landowners and other partners.
Environment Agency seeks to make ban on fishing in River Esk in Yorkshire permanent
The Environment Agency has launched a new consultation on its proposal to make a temporary byelaw which currently prohibits fishing in the River Esk permanent in order to enhance the protection of fish stocks.
Charity submits formal complaint to Office for Environmental Protection over Government and Ofwat failure to enforce sewage pollution laws
The Salmon & Trout Conservation has submitted a formal complaint to the Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) on the failure of OFWAT and Secretaries of State to enforce law on sewage pollution of English rivers.
Yorkshire Water partners with Freshwater Biological Association to breed rare pearl mussels
Yorkshire Water is working with the Freshwater Biological Association (FBA) and the North York Moors National Park Authority to help release young freshwater pearl mussels to the river Esk, in order to help to further enhance biodiversity and improve the overall health of the river.
World’s largest eDNA database to help water companies monitor biodiversity risk
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and NatureMetrics have announced a partnership to create the world’s largest eDNA database to help water companies monitor biodiversity risk.
World Water Day - Balancing the priorities of a generation raised on sustainability
In an Expert Focus article for WaterBriefing on World Water Day, Caroline Boden, Head of Communication at Echo Managed Services explores how water companies can align messages about water conservation and sustainability with environmentally-conscious current and future Generation Z (Gen Z) customers.
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Xylem Flygt pumps selected for Transport for London’s Silvertown Tunnel
The Silvertown Tunnel’s pumping system is reducing the risk of flooding, delays and costly maintenance, while supporting the long-term resilience of London’s transport network, says Ian Ireland, large pumping projects programme manager, Xylem UK. -
Spotlight on wastewater treatment with prestigious television slot for Lakeside on All Access with Andy Garcia
In a TV show that will explain the complex journey of the wastewater treatment process, Lakeside Equipment Corporation is set to feature in US Public Television’s All Access program with Andy Garcia. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60.
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