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Michael Gove launches consultation on plans to create greater protections for trees in urban areas.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
The tree pest eight-toothed spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) has been discovered in Kent
The importance of soil health for both productive farming and a healthy environment has been brought home today on World Soil Day (5 December).
The winner of the 'Celebrating Our Oaks' category of the International Garden Photographer of the Year in partnership with Action Oak announced
The government’s Tree Champion, Sir William Worsley, has called for stronger protections for England’s street trees with the launch of an ‘Urban Tree Manual’.
Forestry Commission England and Forest Research have joined forces to celebrate 100 years of forestry at the 2018 APF show this September.
Government increases access for landowners to receive woodland creation grants.
Regulation banning movement of certain oak trees into and around England unless strict conditions are met
Landscapers, gardeners and tree practitioners urged to report findings via Tree Alert
National Parks Minister backs new agreement to create new woodland, protecting wildlife and connecting people with nature.
Michael Gove releases pair of Eurasian Beavers as part of reintroduction scheme
A major simplification of the way we regulate farming has been proposed in an interim report published today
Action Oak contributes to the Government’s 25-year Environment Plan by helping to protect the country's 121 million precious oak trees for future generations
Landowners, farmers and foresters can now apply for up to £6,800 per hectare to create new woodland on their property.
Forestry Commission plans to release four beavers in the Forest of Dean have been approved by Natural England and are backed by Michael Gove.
The Forestry Commission has approved planting at Doddington North Moor in Northumberland, England's largest woodland planting scheme for 30 years.
Four new offers will open for applications in the New Year to make it easier for farmers and landowners to apply.
The Environment Minister has announced new arrangements for the Forestry Commission in England.
The two-month countdown has begun for the Countryside Stewardship Woodland Creation Grant.
The next round of the Woodland Creation grant has been confirmed.
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