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The @IPBES meeting in Manchester this week unites scientists from across the world to tackle biodiversity loss. Environment Secretary @EmmaforWycombe shared a message about the vital work to address climate change, pollution and the decline of nature. #IPBES12
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Forever chemicals shouldn’t be a forever problem. Our new PFAS plan will better protect people and the environment: https://t.co/1k8lHlI4IU
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🌱 £21.5 million to back British farming innovation We're investing in 15 new projects that will help farmers across England grow their businesses and protect the environment. https://t.co/VUEfWs0qwZ
#Farming #Agriculture #Innovation
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The illegal dumping of waste at Kidlington is appalling and today’s arrests are an important step in securing justice for local residents. The government is committed to stamping out this type of criminality across the country.
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Think you know what happens to food we throw away? 🥕 We tested the public’s knowledge. From April 2026, local authorities in England will provide weekly household food waste collection. Check your local authority’s website for details. Find out more: https://t.co/AROBn8Ahl7
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BREAKING: Arrests have been made in connection to the illegal waste dump in Kidlington. https://t.co/eBoOTIWrKn
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I saw first-hand today how farmers Adrian and Charlotte at Darvills Hill farm are integrating trees into productive farmland and maintaining their hedgerows to give livestock shelter and encourage wildlife on the farm.
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Water Minister Emma Hardy and Farming Minister @angelaeagle met with partners to set out our plans to strengthen sewage sludge spreading rules. These proposed changes will help reduce pollution and clean up our waterways. Find out more: https://t.co/pRR8B4Sm3W
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A major incident has been declared in Somerset due to flooding caused by #StormChandra. It’s important that you stay safe. Never walk or drive through flood water, as it can contain hidden hazards. Get flood warnings here: https://t.co/r96fF5yRLb
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We're proposing the biggest reforms to the vet sector in 60+ years. Clearer pricing. Stronger protections. Recognition for vet nurses. Have your say - consultation now open 👇: https://t.co/96Qv3MZNvn
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We are backing the communities protecting oceans 🌎 New UK funding is supporting OCEAN community-led projects worldwide to restore marine habitats and improve livelihoods. Take a look at some of the work so far 👇 https://t.co/eshnsSk6Q6
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a fifth premises near Penicuik, Scottish Borders. All bird keepers must remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. See: https://t.co/vF4fF6v7XJ for details. #BirdFlu
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Severn Trent apprentices, Gemma and Reuben, are exactly the kind of people who are vital in delivering the changes to the water system that we have set out in our Water White Paper. Only they can help to fix our water system and build new infrastructure projects 👇
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Cancer care shouldn’t depend on your postcode. Our National Cancer Plan will tackle health inequalities head on. That means more specialists in rural and coastal areas and access to the latest technology Learn more: https://t.co/oMBjfOW08H
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The Floods Resilience Taskforce brings together experts from across sectors to solve problems. From physical preparedness to the financial side of flood recovery, find out what some members think the best parts of the taskforce are 👇
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I discussed our once-in-a-generation reform of the water system with Olympic gold medallist Dr Imogen Grant. Water companies will be under one single regulator to build trust for consumers, reduce pollution of our environment and increase clarity for investors.
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Our Water White Paper will reset the water system for good. ✅ Water companies will be held to account ✅ Customers get the services they deserve ✅ Investors will get the security they need Find out more: https://t.co/YGW5KeWOKT
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👀 Big changes are coming for the water industry. Keep watching our feed to see how we’re building a water system fit for the future.
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Gold medallist Dr Imogen Grant spoke with me about why water quality is so important to her as an Olympic rower🚣 Clean water means people can enjoy bathing sites, river walks or water sports. Our once-in-a-generation reform of the water system will deliver the change we need.
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South East Water is the worst performing water company for water supply interruptions. Today, in Tunbridge Wells, I spoke to residents about the ongoing outage. I am asking @Ofwat to review if South East Water is operating in line with its licence.
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