Environmental Protection
Keep up to date with what’s happening to the world around us.
‘You can’t self-isolate from climate crisis’
Environmental campaigner urges positive, clean rebuilding of societies after pandemic.
Planet’s health must be priority to assure future prosperity, research says
Pandemic shows what happens when global environmental system becomes more vulnerable.
‘Tackle climate change and air pollution together,’ says expert
The way UK emerges out of lockdown is crucial to environment and air quality.
Let’s keep cleaner air and stronger communities after COVID-19, say charities
Survey finds most people want society to look different after the pandemic has passed.
Government to be sued over gas power plant approval
ClientEarth launches challenge after business secretary goes against planning inspectorate’s recommendation.
Wild animals banned from circuses
Campaigners celebrate and set sights on ban on domesticated animals.
Heathrow pollution found in central London
Discovery of ultra fine particles many miles from airports prompts call for more research into health impact.
UK firefighters to help tackle environmental impact of Australian fires
Volunteer force ready to mobilise to support Australian crews still battling blazes.
Tales from the front line: the reluctant activist
Jeff Beynon says he isn’t a rebel – taking part in the Autumn Uprising was an extension of who he is as an EHP.
Fly-tipper who blocked roads sent to jail after EH investigation
Joint operation was one of the largest of its kind, successfully prosecuting for 26 offences.
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