The Environmental Audit Committee has pointed out that several ‘green’ policies and initiatives have been delayed

Despite having more than 19,000 complaints about toxic wood smoke in the last six years, local authorities have issued just 19 penalties, according to campaign group

EAC says biodiversity loss is not being treated with the same urgency and ambition as climate change

They will advise government and hold public authorities to account for their implementation of environmental law

During wet weather, storm overflows act to prevent sewers becoming overloaded with a combination of sewage and rain and release diluted wastewater into rivers

The government has set out its legislative agenda in the Queen’s Speech. But what does the industry think about it?

State Opening of Parliament showcased speech with many reforms for the environment

The bill is expected to set out new legally binding environmental targets

Research has found smoking-related litter makes up 68% of all littered items

The government has launched two consultations, including proposals for a deposit return scheme for drinks containers and an extended producer responsibility scheme for packaging