Banned pesticide gets green light
Tuesday 1 March saw the green light given to use a banned pesticide – it contradicts Government promises to protect and improve nature, say The Wildlife Trusts.
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Wildlife laws under threat: pesticide regulations
With a second reading of the Retained EU Laws Bill expected soon, we're sharing a series of blogs about the laws and regulations designed to protect nature that are under threat. Today, Dr…
Vote for Nature: Demand Action on Pesticide Reduction This Election
On Thursday 1 May 2025, the Devon County Council local election is an opportunity to vote with nature in mind and call for a reduction in the widespread use of toxic pesticides.
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
Emergency authorisation of bee-killing pesticide is a “deathblow” say The Wildlife Trusts
Today, 18th January 2024, the UK Government’s Farming Minister, Mark Spencer, has approved ‘emergency’ authorisation for the use of the highly damaging neonicotinoid, Thiamethoxam, on sugar beet…
Will banned bee-killing pesticides become the new norm?
The Wildlife Trusts’ lawyers contact the Secretary of State to question the legality of ignoring expert advice.
Buzzard
Listen out for the cat-like, 'kee-yaa' calls of the buzzard as it soars high over farmland and woodland. Once suffering from severe persecution and pesticide poisoning, it has made a…
When does an emergency become business as usual?
For the second year running, the Government has announced that it will permit emergency use of the banned pesticide thiamethoxam on sugar beet in England in 2022
Everyday Actions for Insects
Every day actions you can take to help stop the catastrophic decline of insects. We can all make a difference by pledging to make small changes which will make big differences: from going pesticide free, to planting seeds. Together, we can help our insect populations.
Golden eagle
The enigmatic golden eagle disappeared from England and Wales in the 19th century due to severe persecution. Scottish birds suffered from the use of pesticides in the 20th century. Luckily, golden…
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Wildlife laws under threat: water regulations
With a second reading of the Retained EU Laws Bill expected soon, we’re sharing a series of blogs about the laws and regulations designed to protect nature that are under threat. Today, Ali Morse…