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BREAKING: The new Government is cracking down on polluting water bosses. gov.uk/government/new…

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work on London’s biggest flood defence? Two of the #ThamesBarrier’s most senior workers answered some tell-all questions about their jobs and the Barrier. Some of their answers might surprise you 👀👇 youtu.be/6EDEQxOe_kg

40 years ago today the Thames Barrier was opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To this day, it stands proudly as a testament to our commitment to protect people and properties from flooding. Join us in wishing the Barrier a happy 40th anniversary!🎉 gov.uk/government/new…

🤯 5 million disposable #vapes are thrown away every week in the UK. ♻️ It’s essential they’re recycled properly rather than put in the bin. 👀 Minister for Waste @_RobbieMoore MP visited Sweeep Kuusakoski’s waste processing centre to find out why. 💻 RecycleYourElectricals.org.uk

Got some leftover vegetables at the end of the week? 🥔🥕🧅 @Chef_Chantelle demonstrates how to make some quick and easy crispy fritters using ingredients you might otherwise have thrown away. #FoodWasteActionWeek Ingredients below 👇

♻ We want to make it easier for people and businesses to reuse and recycle their old electrical goods. @_RobbieMoore visited @ao’s fridge recycling plant to find out more about how old fridges are processed. Have your say in our consultation: gov.uk/government/con…

🧵(1/2) The annual fly-tipping statistics for England are out 🚮 We are supporting councils to tackle fly-tipping with: ✅ grants 📈 higher on-the-spot fines 🚛 powers to stop, search, and seize vehicles suspected of being used for fly-tipping. ⬇️

Great to kick off 2024 by attending @oxfordfarming, where I announced the biggest upgrade to UK farming schemes since since leaving the EU.🚜🇬🇧   From media interviews to delivering my speech and chatting with delegates, take a look at my day ⬇

Broken Christmas tree lights? Don’t pop them in the bin. @_RobbieMoore shows you how you can find an electrical recycling point near you: recycleyourelectricals.org.uk/electrical-rec…

We’re rolling out a new, simpler approach to recycling across England to: ♻️ drive up recycling rates 🚛 end the postcode lottery of bin collections 🌍 help us move one step closer to a circular economy and meet ambitious net zero goals Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

Chalk streams are our rainforest, our icecap, and we need to look after them. We can only hope to achieve nature’s recovery by working with others. Delivering the #ChalkStream Restoration Strategy can restore these iconic habitats for generations to come. #WorldRiversDay

A study from @cardiffuni on the types of invertebrates living on riverbeds showed that river health in England and Wales has increased over recent decades. Hear Dr Ian Vaughan talk about the study they conducted recently to assess river health. #WorldRiversDay

Rivers are absolutely vital for people and for nature. Our #PlanForWater sets out how more investment, stronger regulation and tougher enforcement will help us protect our rivers and have clean and plentiful water now, and for future generations. #WorldRiversDay

🎉Big day in the world of #WelshWhisky! Single Malt Welsh Whisky is now registered under the UK Geographical Indication scheme. Dating back to 1887, it is made using malted barley and water of 100% Welsh origin. Find out more➡ gov.uk/government/new… 📷 @PenderynWhisky

Our flood pumps and barriers are on their way to #Ukraine, to help with the severe flooding caused by the destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam. Read more about how we’re supporting the country: gov.uk/government/new… #StandWithUkraine #UkAid

Inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers with #Rivercraft 2 🌍 We’ve developed 3 new #MinecraftEducation games to teach children about #flood risk, climate change and biodiversity, with @Microsoft and @BlockBuildersUK 💻 Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

This #EarthDay is about investing in our planet. Find out how we’re working with landowners, communities, and businesses to improve the environment 👇 #EarthDay #EnvironmentalImprovementPlan

More investment, stronger regulation and tougher enforcement - our #PlanForWater sets out the way forward for cleaner, more plentiful water 💧 Read more ⬇

Today, we’ve set out our #PlanforWater to achieve cleaner, more plentiful water for people and nature. 💧 Commitments cover: 🏗️ increased investment in infrastructure 🚫 stronger regulation 🏞️ tougher enforcement for polluters Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

🌊 England’s #BathingWater quality is on the rise! Bathing waters help people enjoy the health benefits of outdoor swimming. We want to designate more sites as bathing waters. Have your say in our consultation: gov.uk/government/new…