By Mike Burke, Head of Programme – Sustainable Development Natural England has just published several research reports to inform and support the sustainable development of offshore windfarms, contributing to economic growth and energy security. This package of research will provide …
By Ginny Swaile, Deputy Director Science - Sustainable land and sea use The UK is currently experiencing the largest outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza on record with poultry, captive birds and wild birds all affected. A similar situation is …
World Ocean Day is a global awareness event celebrated on the 8th June to highlight the vital role the Ocean has in our everyday life and to provide information about the different ways we can protect the Ocean. This year’s …
Defra has just opened a 12-week consultation, seeking views on the proposed aims and principles of marine net gain and how to best introduce a net gain approach to infrastructure and development in the marine environment. Natural England welcomes this …
The Government has set ambitious targets for offshore wind and the recent British Energy Security Strategy is clear that offshore wind has a key role to play in tackling climate change and the UK’s move towards Net Zero, setting a …
Jim Robinson, former Marine Project Manager for Natural England, tells us about the expansion of England’s network of Marine Protected Areas.
Today we explored why the introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas could be important for marine protection and recovery.
A new biosecurity plan funded by Natural England, aims to tackle the potentially devastating impact of invasive non-native species on industry, recreation and the marine environment itself.
Natural England help celebrate 15 years of the Snail and the Whale ,with the launch of a new activity booklet celebrating the much loved tale.
A new mobile exhibition showcasing the underwater life of the Dorset, Hampshire and Isle of Wight seas has been launched.