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There are 13 newly designated bathing sites across the country – but how does a body of water become designated in the first place? Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Great to welcome Fisheries Minister Stephen Morgan @DefraGovUK on board the Cefas RV Endeavour in Portland today to see our leading marine science capability in action. Through innovation & cutting-edge technology, our science supports sustainable fisheries and healthy seas. 🌊

We’ve launched a consultation on deepening the UK’s trade relationships with Indonesia, the Philippines, the United Arab Emirates and Uruguay. Respond to the consultation here before 14 September: gov.uk/government/con…

We’ve set out a clear path to protect and improve 30% of land for nature in England by 2030. Our 30by30 delivery plan is backed by £37m of funding to restore wildlife, improve access to nature and support climate resilience. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

Effective decisions on managing land can now be powered by our interactive land use story map. Summarising evidence behind our Land Use Framework, it explains how land is used today across England and what its future use could look like. Read more: gov.uk/government/new… 3/3

We’ve launched our 30by30 Delivery Plan to accelerate action to protect 30% of England’s land for nature by 2030. Backed by £37 million of funding, it will restore wildlife, improve access to green space and support climate resilience. 2/3

Here’s how climate action and nature recovery go hand in hand 🤝 Environment Secretary @EmmaReynolds and @EnergyGovUK Minister for Climate Katie White OBE MP visited Pewsey Downs in Wiltshire to see how efficient use of land is allowing farmers to achieve both. 1/3

Supporting the #ThreeLions this weekend? If you’re watching near the water, remember #FloatToLive if you get into trouble. And someone you know gets into difficulty in the water, remember: 📞Phone 🗣️Float 🛟Throw #BeAMate 📷: @hackney_bridge

Every point on this map represents action underway to help make England #WildAgain. Across the country, 130 projects are working to recover threatened species through our Species Recovery Programme. Find out about our latest investment: gov.uk/government/new…

Wildfire risk is high this weekend. ⚠️ If you're visiting the countryside, please follow this advice: 🔥 Pack a picnic, instead of a BBQ 🎒 Take your rubbish home - glass starts fires, rubbish fuels a fire 📞 If you see a fire unattended, get to a safe place and call 999.

Polluting water companies will now face tougher and faster penalties as part of our reforms to clean up our waterways. The @EnvAgency will see their powers strengthened and expanded, meaning those who violate the rules have nowhere to hide. More: gov.uk/government/new…

Millions of pet owners will benefit from the biggest reforms to the vet sector in over half a century as today we publish our White Paper, setting out our vision for a thriving and fairer veterinary sector. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Red-billed choughs, water voles, tadpole shrimp and 361 more species... We're investing £60m into the @NaturalEngland Species Recovery Programme to make England #WildAgain. See how @WildwoodTrust use the fund 👇 Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

We’re introducing stronger penalties for water companies that pollute our rivers, lakes and seas. Our once-in-a-generation water reforms will give the @EnvAgency the powers they need to tackle rule breaking. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Heading out this weekend? 🥵 Whether you’re making the most of the hot weather or getting ready to support the lads in the #FIFAWorldCup, make sure you know what to do if you or someone else gets into difficulty in the water: 📞Phone 🗣️Float 🛟Throw #FloatToLive #BeAMate

2 years of delivering for Britain. ✅ Giving farmers long-term certainty ✅ Cleaning up Britain's rivers, lakes and seas ✅ Cracking down on waste crime ✅ Bringing threatened species back ✅ Protecting pets, animals and wildlife

Two years on, we've delivered real change across the country. From putting more money in people's pockets, to improving public services and making communities safer. Here's a look at what we've achieved so far👇

Water Minister Emma Hardy met with water companies this week to discuss the recent extreme heat. Water companies must make sure they are prepared for a hot summer and maintain resilient water supplies during periods of increased demand.

Almost 20,000 new homes in East Anglia, Lincolnshire and the Home Counties have been unlocked. 🏘️ Through our Water Delivery Taskforce, we've reached an agreement to deliver the infrastructure needed to make it happen. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

Top bins! This World Cup, put every peel, bone and plate scrap into an open goal - the food waste caddy. With around 23m of us tucking in at home while watching the matches, defend your scraps from landfill and recycle your food waste. Find out more: lovefoodhatewaste.com/good-food-habi…

Great day at #Groundswell2026 👏 Our Secretary of State and Farming Minister met farmers, agronomists and innovators shaping the future of regenerative farming and heard first-hand what's needed to keep British farming profitable and resilient. A few moments from the day 👇