The Latest Breaking News from Wildlife Trusts

Autumn walks to help kids become interested in nature

In the run-up to The Wildlife Trusts’ Big Wild Walk, there are ways to make walks a family affair, says Hannah Stephenson.

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2022

Liz Truss facing rural rebellion over anti-nature ‘growth’ push

Wildlife charities, Tory former ministers and millions of ordinary people raise alarm over environment

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2022

North East charity speaks out on new Government policies which 'threaten nature, climate and food security'

The Government has announced several schemes since the new PM came into office that is said could 'threaten' nature

Chronicle Live · Oct 3, 2022

Government launched ‘attack on nature’ with mini-budget, conservationists warn

The RSPB, the Wildlife Trusts and the National Trust have all criticised the Government over some of its proposed policies.

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2022

Liz Truss allowed farmers to pollute England’s rivers after ‘slashing red tape’, say campaigners

Agricultural waste outstrips sewage as the main danger – and activists blame the ex-environment secretary’s cuts to farm inspections

The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2022

England-wide hosepipe ban ‘should be imposed to protect rivers and wildlife’

The Wildlife Trusts called for action to protect wetlands, peatlands and chalk streams in the dry conditions.

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2022

Dip in UK woodland’s ability to capture CO2 as felled trees not replaced

While planting rates have risen in Scotland, carbon capture figures overall have fallen every year since 2009, official data shows

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23, 2022

Incredible jellyfish-eating Sunfish spotted in UK waters looks like a huge swimming head

Locals in Plymouth have spotted a jellyfish-eating creature in their waters as it is warned that more sunfish are likely to be spotted by locals as temperatures rise

Daily Mirror · Jul 20, 2022

Warning over ‘hazardous substances’ as crowds head to open water to cool down

As well as taking care not to drown in open water, swimmers should be wary of the risks to health posed by taking a dip.

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2022

Snakes in the UK and how to identify them

Most of these reptiles in Britain are harmless to humans and are protected by law

Wales Online · Jul 17, 2022