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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…

The arrest following illegal dumping at multiple sites across the country, is a vital step in securing justice for communities. We are continuing to crack down on waste criminals. If you dump waste illegally, we will come after you.

The UK-GCC trade deal unlocks profitable new opportunities for UK food and farming. We are cutting tariffs on our lamb and cheese exports while maintaining our high standards on imports.

🥇Detection dogs win big! It’s another #RHS Chelsea gold medal and best GreenSTEM exhibit for team APHA! We are so proud of our team who created ‘Scents and Sensors – sniffing out plant pests and diseases’. Come and chat to us at Chelsea Flower Show!

This dog is doing something pretty special at @the_RHS Chelsea Flower Show 🐕🌼 @APHAgovuk won a gold medal for their exhibit showing how detection dogs can sniff out plant pests and diseases before we can see them 👇

Our Clean Water Bill is the next step to delivering the lasting change the water sector needs. Learn more about how we’re protecting customers and the environment 👇

We’re closing the loopholes that let rogue operators dump waste illegally. New reforms mean waste handlers must pass enhanced background checks to get a permit, while those caught mishandling waste risk up to five years in prison. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Secretary of State, @EmmaforWycombe has been at the Balmoral Show with farmers and growers, and at Belfast Harbour with businesses making sure Northern Ireland shapes the new UK-EU food and drink deal. Fewer checks, less paperwork, lower costs: gov.uk/government/new…

From today, there are 13 newly designated bathing water sites across the country, taking the total to over 460. Designation means that the water is rigorously tested by the @envagency, so you can have confidence in choosing where to swim. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

Today in Belfast I met with businesses about our new UK-EU food and drink deal. For the first time since EU exit, we will remove the vast majority of GB-NI checks – cutting costs, reducing red tape, giving families better value and choice while keeping trade flowing.

🥳Today marks the launch of the Be Spot-On Aware campaign. Flea & tick spot-on treatments protect our pets but the way we use them can have big impacts on our waterways. 3⃣ simple steps can help👇 Plan – Apply – Protect Small steps. Big impact. tinyurl.com/bespotonaware

Fantastic news! White-tailed eagles are returning to Exmoor this summer, expanding their range across the South of England. This is part of £90 million investment in species recovery to protect England’s most threatened native wildlife.

✅ Earlier intervention ✅ Tighter regulation ✅ Stronger enforcement Our Waste Crime Action Plan sets out our zero-tolerance approach to waste criminals. 📹 Watch our video to find out more.

I was delighted to be at the Albert Hall last night to celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday. The greatest ambassador for nature and life on earth. A national treasure. An inspiration to generations across the world. It was a very special evening.

Happy 100th birthday, Sir David Attenborough. Your impact goes far beyond our living rooms. A whole generation has been inspired to cherish and protect the natural world. A truly remarkable life, and a remarkable legacy for nature.

Illegally dumping waste? Courts will be able to strip repeat fly-tippers of their driving licences, hitting offenders where it hurts and helping to clean up our streets. Our message is simple: dump waste illegally, face the consequences. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

From British shores to global markets🦀🌍 A new £1.5 million-a-year boost will enable established UK seafood exporters to expand their presence in new markets, and give smaller firms the confidence to start exporting. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

Delivering clear action at the #G7 Environment Ministers meeting in Paris. Together we're working to: ➡️ Collaborate on marine conservation ➡️ Detect and address emerging pollutants in water ➡️ Increase investment in nature restoration ➡️ Enhance resilience to climate impacts

Waste criminals are running out of places to hide. We’re taking the first steps to overhaul an outdated waste tracking system, and shut down loopholes that have been exploited by waste criminals for far too long. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Excited to gather with others at the G7 Environment Ministers meeting in Paris tomorrow. I will discuss the UK’s environmental priorities and push actions on issues from pollution to marine conservation so that together we can build a better environment for generations to come.