Sunday, March 22, 2026

Wales consults on draft Social Partnership and Public Procurement Bill

The Welsh Government is consulting on a new Social Partnership and Public Procurement (Wales) Bill, which seeks to achieve socially responsible procurement and strengthen...

New inquiry examines diversity in STEM

New inquiry by the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee investigates the extent of underrepresentation amongst those working in science, technology, engineering and...

Consultation seeks to determine areas of water stress in England

The Environment Agency has launched a four-week consultation to determine areas of water stress in England, and how best to protect the environment and...

Queen calls after ‘true statesmanship’ in COP26 speech

Her Majesty the Queen called for 'true statesmanship' from the world leaders in her profound speech delivered via video message during the COP26 Evening...

MPs launch new inquiry on government tree-planting targets

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Select Committee is set to investigate whether the Government will be able to meet its new goal...

£5.7m funding on examining how nature can be used to improve mental health and...

Seven sites which will test the ways in which connecting people with nature can improve mental well-being have been awarded a share of a...

Primark launches nationwide clothes recycling programme

Primark has announced the roll-out of its nation-wide recycling programme, inviting customers to donate their pre-loved clothes, textiles, footwear and bags from any brand. Collection...

“Landmark” building safety legislation draft published today

Ministers have declared that the “landmark” piece of legislation will deliver the most comprehensive building safety reforms for nearly 40 years. It will provide the legal...

SME climate focus falls due to pandemic, survey suggests

SME sustainability plans have been negatively impacted by the need to make further progress on recovery from the pandemic, according to new data from...

Call for evidence launched on greenhouse gas removal methods

Evidence is sought to strengthen the government's evidence base on greenhouse gas removal methods and helps to inform future policy in this area. Greenhouse gas...