Press release: Reduce flood risk with the Woodlands for Water scheme

The pioneering project run by the Forestry Commission and Environment Agency is once again being offered in the North East and Yorkshire.




Press release: Spot-checks on Hertfordshire waste-carriers

Environment Agency joins colleagues in roadside swoop on lorries and vans




Scots soil expert honoured by Swedes

One of Scotland’s leading soil scientists has been given the royal seal of approval in Sweden.




Dr Ciaran Beggan talks to The Guardian’s Ian Sample about the magnetic north pole

Scientists have updated the World Magnetic Model, which underlies navigation for ships and planes, nearly a year ahead of schedule because the magnetic poles have wandered more quickly than expected in recent years.




Press release: Fraudster ordered to pay back £1.3 million after conning electrical waste industry

A Leeds man has been ordered to pay back £1,373,060 he illegally earned after the conclusion of a proceeds of crime hearing at Leeds Crown Court.