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How Natural England is working with partners to improve rural flood resilience
By Brad Tooze, Director for Greener Farming and Fisheries People might be less familiar with how our projects and partnerships help improve flood resilience. In this National Flood Action Week (14-20 October), we wanted to outline some of our partnership …
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Using data design to transform the planning application process: get involved
In order to make the planning applications process smoother and more efficient we need to ensure the right data is available, in the right format. In this post the Data Design team explain how they are now working to develop new data standards and are keen to collaborate with the planning community to create specifications that work for everyone.
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Bedford Ouse Floating Pennywort Project
My name is Pippa Keynes and I work for the Environment Agency in East Anglia. Part of my job involves managing the Bedford Ouse Floating Pennywort project. This was launched by Fisheries, biodiversity and geomorphology (FBG colleagues in 2017), and …
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Evolving ACE – sharing the latest news and pipeline updates with our community
Evolving ACE – sharing the latest news and pipeline updates with our community Our second community event of the year was held in London this week, drawing in almost 200 people in person and online. Iain Wallace, head of market …
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Black History Month UK 2024
As we move through October 2024, we once again celebrate Black History Month as a time dedicated to honouring the rich and diverse history, culture, and contributions of Black individuals and communities. This month serves as a powerful reminder of …
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Microwaves on the Moon
An innovative UK project funded by the UK Space Agency is using microwave technology to help us build a sustainable presence on the Moon.
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Stepping up maintenance to prepare for winter in Essex
David Simpson, from an Essex Field Team explains how Environment Agency preparations for winter begins well ahead of the long nights drawing in. As the summer was winding down, the Environment Agency was already undertaking important winter readiness actions. It …
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Empowering voters: behind the scenes of the Choose My PCC service
Teams in MHCLG build and run digital services related to elections, including Apply for a photo ID to vote and Register to vote. In this post, the team behind one of the services – Choose My PCC – talks about the work that went into preparing the service for the latest Police (Fire) and Crime Commissioners (PCC) elections, what they learnt and what's next for the service.
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Coverage of Environment Agency investigation at Lake Windermere
Today we are looking at misleading coverage of BBC’s reporting on United Utilities’ permit breaches at Glebe Road Pumping Station, Lake Windermere.
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Connecting climate science to local action: introducing the new Local Authority Climate Service
In this post, Victoria Ramsey explains how the new Local Authority Climate Service can help local authorities to understand climate change in their area, support their decision making and climate planning adaptation.
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I dare you to say IP a third time
Delve into the “Neitherworld” (the spooky ghost-filled domain from Beetlejuice) to learn about the role intellectual property (IP) has played in expanding the Beetlejuice universe.
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How are we reducing the number of requisitions we send?
Find out more about the measures we’re taking to tackle requisitions at source.
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What a content designer does in alpha
Kaitlin D'Avella explains what content designers do in the alpha stage of a project.
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Nurseries in schools: everything you need to know
Primary schools can now apply for the first phase of funding, with up to £150,000 of £15 million available to support up to 300 new or expanded nurseries to be open by September 2025.
But what are school-based nurseries and who will benefit? Here’s everything you need to know.
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New changes for childminders coming soon
In May, we published a blog about the upcoming changes for childminders this autumn. The Department for Education is now bringing in these changes on 1 November 2024 to give the early years sector (in particular childminders) more flexibility. These …
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Mobile phones in schools: are they being banned?
By the age of 12, 97% of children own a mobile phone, but the use of mobile phones in school can lead to distractions, disruption and can increase the risk of online bullying. We also know that technology can bring …
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The One Food programme at the World One Health Congress, South Africa
Celebrating World One Food Day, we are excited to share insights from APHA's attendance at the 8th World One Health Congress in Cape Town.
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New fisheries management measures: what to expect this December
Work is being done to implement actions in the published fisheries management plans. Find out the details on new measures coming into force in December.
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Why monitoring matters: showcasing the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment programme
In this post, David Jones, Senior Responsible Owner for the terrestrial arm of Defra’s largest research and development programme - the NCEA, shares reflections from the recent stakeholder showcase event.
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The One Food programme at the World One Health Congress, South Africa
Authors: Julie Bremner (Cefas), Grant Stentiford (Cefas), Flavie Vial (APHA), Essa Suleman (CSIR) The UK government’s Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) and Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) recently attended the 8th World One Health Congress (WOHC) …
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Biodiversity Net Gain: delivering benefits for health
This Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) guest blog explores the essential role of nature in promoting overall health. Experts highlight its benefits for mental and physical well-being. They also discuss the broader benefits of integrating BNG into project planning from the …
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Ringing in success with the GOV.UK One Login contact centre
Our new blog post looks at the GOV.UK One Login contact centre, which was launched to help users access the services they need.
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Book your place on one of our consultation events
We have launched consultations on five more fisheries management plans- join us at consultation events to have your say on the draft plans.
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Thousands of new homes to be built as government unlocks brownfield sites
Today we announced thousands of new homes are to be built on brownfield across the country through £68 million of government funding. Delivered through the Brownfield Land Release Fund, funding will go to 54 councils to cover the cost of decontamination, …
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NHS abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening annual standards report published
The NHS Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening programme annual standards report for 2023 to 2024 has been published.
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Working in partnership to manage surface water flooding
Surface water flooding is localised and complex. There are currently 3.2 million properties in areas at risk in England. As the September floods have shown, it is a real and growing threat to life, property, infrastructure, and to the economy. …
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Introduction to Product Management – now available on FutureLearn!
Our new Introduction to Product Management course is now available! This is an open course with no limit on the number of spaces.
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FiPL spotlight: transitioning from intensive farming to nature-friendly farming
In this Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) spotlight post, Rebekah Newman, tells the story of Tom Mills and Bubnell Cliff Farm in the Peak District National Park. Tom used FiPL funding to realise a new vision for his farm.
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"Becoming a Community Payback supervisor is a great career choice.”
Since joining the Probation Service as a community payback (CP) supervisor 25 years ago, Ali Searle has never looked back. She tells us what she’s learnt along the way, why she’s still so passionate about working in CP now, and …
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Using DVSA Data
As part of DVSA’s routine work we collect data – for example from the annual test or MOT.
In line with wider government policy, we make as much of that data available publicly or to the customers who have a direct interest in it.
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Working together to improve Waste Regulation
The Waste Industry Placement Scheme (WIPS) is a collaborative venture between the ourselves at the Environment Agency, alongside the Environmental Services Association (ESA) and their members, who operate recycling and waste treatment infrastructure. It aims to provide our officers with …
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When UCD and popcorn collide
How UCD are using popcorn to continuously improve our ways of working.
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Spotlight on the field teams working in Hampshire and Sussex to reduce flooding
It’s Flood Action Week so we’re showcasing the great work of our field teams in Hampshire and Sussex. These teams play a vital role reducing the risk of flooding to communities in the south east of England. In Hampshire and …
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Introducing OTSI
Welcome to the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI) blog, where you will find helpful information about the work we do and see updates on our latest developments. What are trade sanctions and why do we use them? The UK’s …
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Regulation 45 reviews and reports – what you need to know
If you are the registered person for a children’s home, the law requires you to complete a regular review of the quality of care the home provides for children. These reviews, and the reports that follow them, are often called …
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Innovation book club: 10 reads for problem solvers and creative thinkers
In support of this year’s One Big Thing, we’ve asked innovation leaders from across the Civil Service to give us their 2024 reading must-haves.
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What it’s like to be an intelligence officer at Companies House
Read about the role of an intelligence officer at Companies House.
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The Rural Payments Agency Podcast: Episode 10
Welcome to the tenth episode of The RPA Podcast. In our latest episode, we have a roundtable discussion with RPA’s senior customer leadership team: ‘Inside the RPA: Leadership and Vision’. In the second part of the podcast, we bring you …
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A new approach to export support on great.gov.uk
How we made it easier to find the answers to complex questions on Great.gov.uk.
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All Smiles for Nature and Health in the Humber Region
Esther Smith, Senior Officer, Health and Environment (Natural England Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire Area Team) and Anthony Hurd, Programme Manager (Green Social Prescribing, HEY Smile Foundation) Imagination and collaboration go a long way in helping us to develop new and …