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New stories
New coalition awarded $5 million to turn the tide on the Thames
Coastal habitats across the Greater Thames Estuary will be restored.
More ambition needed to reduce pesticides, say The Wildlife Trusts
UK Government publishes new pesticide plan today – The Wildlife Trusts respond
Beavers are coming home!
The Wildlife Trusts congratulate the UK Government’s decision to open the door for licenced reintroductions of beavers into the wild and…
Latest Blogs
Volunteering to make a difference for nature and people
In our volunteer blog series, we are putting the spotlight on inspiring stories from our amazing volunteers. This time, June Lambert…
Scandal and romance in the wildlife world
Gather, if you will, as we uncover the six most captivating courtship spectacles to grace this season of affection.
Early nesters: the birds starting spring in Essex
While winter still lingers, some birds are already preparing for the next generation!