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Narrow-headed ants (formica exsecta) on the ground

Brighter future beckons for two of Devon’s rarest ants

Monday 24 August 2026

A new conservation project is set to provide a securer future for two of the UK’s rarest ant species.

Farming promises broken

The first significant announcement from Defra since the UK took centre stage at COP 26 does not give much cause for celebration says Harry Barton, CEO Devon Wildlife Trust

Environment Bill plans delayed again

The Government has announced that the Environment Bill has been further delayed – and rolled over into the next parliamentary session. This is extremely disappointing news.

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News: Nature recovery

Brighter future beckons for two of Devon’s rarest ants

Farming promises broken

Environment Bill plans delayed again

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