On 29 June 2023, the government announced new investment and actions to improve lowland peat and reduce carbon emissions.

Plans to maintain water supply resilience have been discussed by National Drought Group members amidst ongoing hot and dry weather.

Farmers and land managers need to take action to avoid repaying grants for Environmental Stewardship (ES) or Countryside Stewardship (CS).

From 1 October 2024, more materials facilities will need to sample and report their waste. Sampling and reporting will be more detailed and more frequent under the amended regulations.

Action the government is taking to reduce the impact of nutrient pollution on protected sites and enable sustainable development.