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GB plant biosecurity strategy is a missed opportunity

The Government today published its Plant Biosecurity Strategy for Great Britain. Read our reaction.

Alisha Anstee  •  09 Jan 2023

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Dismay at Environment Act targets

Read our response to the legally binding Environment Act targets announced by Government on 16 December.

Steve Marsh  •  21 Dec 2022

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Cardigan artist to create 11m sculpture at wood in Neath

Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, has chosen Cardigan sculptor Paul Clarke to create an ambitious new public art installation at their most recent woodland acquisition in Neath, South Wales.

Sophie Thomas  •  20 Dec 2022

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Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework adopted at COP15

We welcome the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework at COP15, with ambitious targets to kickstart nature's recovery.

Andy Egan  •  20 Dec 2022

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Survival of rare shrill carder bumblebee given hope in Kent

The survival of one of the UK’s rarest bumblebees – the shrill carder bee – has been boosted as conservation techniques see Woodland Trust site given special “champion status” for the species.

Andy Bond  •  13 Dec 2022

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Former golf course becomes wooded haven for wildlife

A former golf course in north Cheshire is to be transformed by the Woodland Trust into a haven for nature and a wild place for communities to visit for years to come.

Andy Bond  •  05 Dec 2022

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Farmers share tales of 'living legends' and nature on their land

From an ancient oak which survived a hit from a Lancaster Bomber in World War Two to a 150-year-old pear tree – classically taken portraits tell a story of how farmers are helping to protect ancient and veteran trees.

Andy Bond  •  24 Nov 2022

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How many COPs will solve the climate and nature crises?

With COP27 underway in Egypt, head of conservation policy Andy Egan reiterates the need to prioritise tackling the climate and nature emergencies.

Andy Egan  •  17 Nov 2022

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Cotoneaster commandos clear invader from Highland Rock

A daring team of abseilers has cleared 60m³ of Cotoneaster shrubs threatening a rare plant on a Highland cliff

George Anderson  •  14 Nov 2022

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Continued disruption of seasonal weather is causing spring activities in autumn

After a year of weather extremes, UK wildlife may be starting to confuse seasonal activities as spring sightings are reported in October says the Woodland Trust.

Ruby Nutting  •  02 Nov 2022