Arfon Williams
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An optimist working to save nature in Wales at @RSPBCymru. All views are my own.
Joined July 2017
Find me @arfonwilliams.bsky.social for mid Wales birding, ringing, moths and other naturey stuff.
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An important message for all politicians. This includes in Wales as we head towards next May's election ⬇️
For months, ministers have been pushing a false choice between nature and growth. Now, new research shows just how out of touch they are. With data from More In Common, it's time to set the record straight. 👇
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Simple message from @INCCymru "we need a better NRW for nature".
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Does Plaid Cymru have the courage to champion both nature and Welsh farmers? ⬇️ https://t.co/OQkxCe1mrA
nation.cymru
Eben Myrddin Muse This weekend Welsh politics is comprehending a new political reality, confirmed by Caerphilly’s electorate – Plaid Cymru are the rising force in Welsh politics, the presumptive...
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I recommend anyone interested in the future of farming reads this ⬇️ Data, AI, tech, finance & corporates set to make huge changes to food production. Also highlights the importance of env. management to the future of marginal areas https://t.co/xkhMo6NWqw
dieterhelm.co.uk
Farmers have recently been complaining about a lot, and in some cases with good cause. Brexit has created lots of practical difficulties, without delivering all the benefits they were promised....
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Almost 4,000 people have signed up to a lawsuit against major poultry producers and a water company over allegations of "extensive and widespread pollution" in three rivers - the Wye, Lugg and Usk ⬇️ https://t.co/x4MeHOuRK3
bbc.co.uk
Livestock and water companies are accused of “extensive” pollution in the Wye, Lugg and Usk rivers.
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1/ Over 2 MILLION non-native birds released every year into the Welsh countryside, without proper controls or oversight, causing harm to the natural environment. Time is running out – call on @WGRural to licence these releases now!
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The decisions and actions of Wales's next government will be critical in meeting our 2030 nature commitments ⬇️
A new report from Wales Environment Link shows that only 2.1% of Welsh land is properly protected for nature - far short of the Welsh Government’s 30% by 2030 target ✍️@ShiptonMartin
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Food for thought ⬇️ Earth has now passed peak farmland. What's next? https://t.co/zGAPDfUbxM via @BBC_Future
bbc.com
The world's use of farmland has peaked, bringing the chance to turn over more space to nature. How far could the trend go?
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I'm looking forward to the time when this becomes the norm and we wonder why we produced food in any other way ⬇️
nation.cymru
Chris Thomas & Lilwen Joynson, Natural Resources Wales Working with farmers and landowners to improve the water and soil health on the land they manage is an important aspect of the Four Rivers for...
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This is one of reasons we need regulations to manage the release of gamebirds in Wales ⬇️
Animal welfare organisations are seeking a meeting with Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies to discuss further outbreaks of bird flu and the need to introduce tougher measures to stop the disease spreading ✍️@ShiptonMartin
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Deputy First Minister @huw_irranca_davies got stuck in checking Biosecurity Surveillance Stations and enjoyed a Conservation Detection Dog demo by Jinx and his handler Greg on our recent trip to @skomer_island with @WTSWW and @RSPBCymru
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Looks like Jinx, @RSPBCymru's Conservation Detection Dog, has found another willing @biosecurityLIFE recruit! Great to meet up with @huw4ogmore @WGClimateChange on @WTSWW Skomer Island today to talk seabird conservation.
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🚜 Beth mae ffermwyr eisiau ei weld allan o’r Cynllun Ffermio Cynaliadwy newydd? 🌱 🚜 What do farmers want to see from the new Sustainable Farming Scheme? 🌱 @NFFNUK @PastureForLife ✉️ @WGRural
#YSioe #RoyalWelshShow #RWS25
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First day of the Royal Welsh Show and pleased to take part in a great session with @RSPBCymru and @NFFNUK on how the Sustainable Farming Scheme can help Welsh farmers do more more nature.
🚜 Great discussion this afternoon on @NTCymru_ stand - 5⃣ key recommendations to make the Sustainable Farming Scheme work for farmers, nature and people! 🚜 Sgwrs wych am 5⃣ peth allweddol er mwyn i'r SFS weithio i ffermwyr, natur a phobl! Diolch bawb! 💚 @royalwelshshow
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Report into 'broken' water industry find existing regulators to protect water in Wales and England aren't fit for purpose and must be replaced ⬇️
bbc.co.uk
A review into England and Wales' water sector has issued 88 recommendations, which one campaign group criticised as "putting lipstick on a pig".
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Because nature is good for us @RSPBCymru and Aneurin Bevan University Health have just launched Nature Prescriptions in Newport ⬇️ https://t.co/00ULDpkDvT.
abuhb.nhs.wales
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Finally - lead shot to be banned in Wales (Eng & Sc) ⬇️ https://t.co/dpr4gz4YID
gov.uk
New ban on use of lead in ammunition to protect iconic wildlife and clean up the nation’s waterways
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Spreading sewage sludge may create soil that is unsuitable for agriculture ⬇️ https://t.co/NMSJEYcrXB
bbc.co.uk
Campaigners say that farmers' fields are being contaminated by chemicals and microplastics in sewage sludge.
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Two days at @WelshConserv Conference 2025 with @RSPBCymru talking about saving nature in Wales. Great to catch-up with lots of Welsh MSs including @PaulDaviesPembs and @SKurtzCWSP
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It was great to have a tour of the @RSPBCymru centre and nature reserve in Conwy and discuss policies that benefit the natural environment.
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