Category: "news"
From Source to Sea
The Ofwat Innovation Fund has just released a new report on nature first innovation, Called From Source to Sea the report discusses how investment in nature-first approaches and innovation must be at the heart of building a sustainable water future in order to restore ecosystems, improve water quality and... read more »
Can harvesting wild plants help restore a landscape?
Can harvesting wild plants help restore a landscape? A new project led by TRAFFIC suggests that the answer is yes — if communities are involved. Wild plants and fungi have long provided food, medicine, and income for communities around the world, and underpinned multiple food, cosmetic and health supply chains. A... read more »
Eating fish makes children more social
Children who regularly consume seafood at 7-years-old are more likely to be ‘prosocial’ at ages 7 and 9 years than those who don't, according to a new study. ‘Prosocial’ behaviour includes friendly interactions, altruism, and sharing. Follow this link to read more about Fish and Prosocial Behaviourread more »
JNCC Marine Environment Indicator
A new Official Statistic in Development has been released by JNCC that will track the status of threatened and declining marine habitats and species within the UK. This new indicator provides, for the first time, a comprehensive overview of threatened and declining marine habitats and species in the UK. The statistic has been specifically... read more »
Championing Coastal Communities
In a debate held in mid March, Members of Parliament gathered to address the multifaceted issues faced by coastal communities across the country. Led by Steff Aquarone, MP for North Norfolk, the debate was not only a first for the new Parliament but also a critical... read more »
Securing a sustainable water future
People in the South East will soon benefit from a more reliable and sustainable water supply with the construction of the Havant Thicket reservoir – the first reservoir to be built in the region since the 1970s. Visiting the site near Havant, Hampshire, today (12 March), Environment Secretary Steve Reed... read more »
Marine strategy part three: 2025
The UK government has issued its most recent update to the Marine Strategy Part Three: 2025 UK programme of measures. The strategy outlines the measures that contribute towards Good Environmental Status (GES) in UK seas. This strategy is an update to the Marine strategy part three: UK programme of... read more »
Wallace & Gromit Flood Film
Lincolnshire County Council has commissioned the animators behind Wallace and Gromit to create a film raising awareness of the dangers of flooding. Something to think about for the Peninsula perhaps? The two-minute-long film, titled A Mole’s Story, was commissioned by the council as part of a Government-funded initiative to protect... read more »
Walking Speed and Ageing Well
There is a link between walking and ageing well. This article in 'The Conversation' discusses the benefits of walking and how you can increase your pace! Walking Speed & Ageing Wellread more »
Nature Towns & Cities
Millions of people living in urban areas lack vital access to nature and green space. Nature Towns and Cities will tackle this by helping local authorities work together with communities and partners to bring nature into every neighbourhood for all to enjoy. Follow this link to read more about: Nature... read more »