Open consultations from Defra

6 results

  • Biodiversity net gain for nationally significant infrastructure projects

    We are seeking views on the implementation of biodiversity net gain (BNG) for nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIPs). The government is committed to achieving sustained economic growth to improve the prosperity of our country. The development of high-quality nature-positive infrastructure will support this mission. BNG is a way of creating and improving natural habitats. BNG makes sure development has a measurably positive impact (‘net gain’) on... More
    Closes 24 July 2025

  • Improving the implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain for minor, medium and brownfield development

    We want to know what you think about the implementation of biodiversity net gain (BNG) for minor, medium and brownfield development. BNG is a way of creating and improving natural habitats. BNG makes sure development has a measurably positive impact (‘net gain’) on biodiversity, compared to what was there before development.    This consultation includes options around extending exemptions, simplifying the small sites metric and increasing ease of access to the... More
    Closes 24 July 2025

  • Reforming our approach to floods funding

    6.3 million homes and businesses in England are at risk from flooding. With climate change, the total number of properties at risk from flooding could increase to 8 million by the middle of the century – or around one in four properties. Around 3,500 properties are at risk of being lost to coastal erosion by 2055. We have a bold strategic vision for the future to transform our approach to investing in resilience to flood and coastal erosion. The objectives of the new... More
    Closes 29 July 2025

  • Pathway Action Plans for Invasive Non-native Species

    We are seeking your views on the draft Great Britain invasive non-native species (INNS) Pathway Action Plans (PAPs). An ‘invasive non-native species’ (INNS) is any non-native animal or plant that can spread causing damage to the environment, the economy, our health, or the way we live. Pathways are the routes and mechanisms that introduce and spread INNS. Pathway Action Plans (PAPs) are an important element of INNS prevention and risk management, and we are committed to their... More
    Closes 18 August 2025

  • Formal Consultation – MMO management of fishing activity impacts in marine protected areas – Stage 3

    Guidance (Please read before completing the survey) Before providing any responses, the documentation below is available to familiarise yourself with the Stage 3 formal consultation and the steps involved in the creation of the site assessments. Referencing specific pages and paragraphs in your response will help us fully understand your comments and give them the greatest value. There are several options, you can provide; ... More
    Closes 1 September 2025

  • Consultation on Extending the UK REACH Transitional Registration Submission Deadlines

    This consultation is seeking views from stakeholders on the government’s proposals to extend the UK REACH transitional registration submission deadlines. The existing deadlines are October 2026, October 2028 and October 2030 . These deadlines are phased according to the tonnages and hazard profiles of the substances being registered. Under UK REACH, businesses are required to register with the UK REACH Agency (the Health and Safety Executive, HSE)... More
    Closes 8 September 2025
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