Archive for August 2010
Bovine disease compensation payable during September 2010
Compensation payable during September 2010, in England (and in Wales and Scotland for BSE only) for a bovine animal compulsorily slaughtered for disease control purposes.
Mackerel quota dispute: statement from Fisheries Minister Richard Benyon
"The UK Government is taking the actions of Iceland and the Faroes very seriously. They are behaving irresponsibly and are undermining the sustainability of the stock on which our fishermen depend, which is in no one's interests.
Industry's ideas for growing and eating more fruit and veg
Members of the fruit and vegetable industry have presented ideas for increasing production and consumption of fruit and vegetables in England.
Ofwat review will consider future challenges facing industry
The water regulator Ofwat will be reviewed to ensure it is fit for future challenges, the Government announced today.
Environment minister views impacts of climate change in Blackpool
Environment Minister Lord Henley today visited Blackpool to look at new and proposed flood defences and coastal protection aimed at guarding against future storm surges and rising sea levels as a result of climate change.
Environment minister views impacts of climate change in Cumbria
Environment Minister Lord Henley today visited the high fells of Cumbria to see the impact of a year of weather extremes on the area and to discuss the changes needed over the next 30 years to adapt to the changing climate.
UK Chemicals Stakeholder Forum appointments announced
A re-appointment and a number of new appointments have been made to the UK Chemicals Stakeholder Forum.
Reappointment of Joint Nature Conservation Committee Chair
Dr Peter Bridgewater has been reappointed as Chair of the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC). The appointment will take effect from 1 October 2010 for a period of three years.
Fifteen new areas to give protection to UK seas
Fifteen new Marine Protected Areas were created today, designed to protect important habitats and species.
Acid rain: 20 years on…
Today's report by the Acid Waters Monitoring Network shows that waters in the UK are now beginning to recover from acidifying pollution.