An independent watchdog is calling on the government to step up environmental protection

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

She will start her role, which is limited until December, in February, alongside Chair-designate Dame Glenys Stacey

The Office will provide scrutiny and advice on the implementation of environmental law as well as monitor and report progress against Environmental Improvement Plans and targets

The Office for Environmental Protection will monitor the government’s progress towards improving the natural environment and will investigate complaints regarding failures of public bodies to comply with environment law

The Environmental Audit Committee has requested that a number of areas of the bill be reconsidered

A House of Lords Committee has raised concerns regarding the implementation of the proposed Office for Environmental Protection