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Consultation on Proposals to Prohibit Trail Hunting in England and Wales
Trail hunting is an activity which has grown in popularity following the enactment of the Hunting Act in 2004 as an alternative to hunting wild mammals. It entails laying an animal-based scent trail for dogs to follow. This carries an inherent risk of the dogs picking up the scent of a live wild mammal and then pursuing it, instead of keeping to the laid trail. In addition, concerns persist that trail hunting can be used as a “smokescreen” to facilitate illegal hunting as it helps to... MoreOpened today -
Consultation: Reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
Dyma gyfieithiad o’r ymgynghoriad i’r Gymraeg gyda chwestiynau ar wahân ac atodiadau . Defra, on behalf of the Northern Ireland Executive, Scottish Government, and Welsh Government are consulting on proposals for potential reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. This includes proposals for a licence to practise process, introducing a fitness to practise process, regulating businesses and animal healthcare providers, and ensuring that the governance of the... MoreClosed 25 March 2026 -
Consultation on the Fifth Round of the Climate Adaptation Reporting Power
Section 62 of the CCA 2008 gives the Secretary of State the power to direct reporting organisations (those with functions of a public nature or statutory undertakers) to produce reports setting out: the current and future projected impacts of climate change on their organisation proposals for adapting to climate change an assessment of progress towards implementing the policies and proposals set out in previous reports. This is known as the... MoreOpened 25 March 2026 -
Consultation on the regulatory framework for sludge applied to agriculture
Sewage sludge (hereafter ‘sludge’) is the residual solid waste generated from wastewater treatment. Most sludge is produced and treated by Water and Sewerage Companies. It can also be produced from the treatment of private sewage (i.e., septic tank sludge). 94.4% of sludge produced by English Water and Sewerage Companies is reused on agricultural land as a source of vital plant nutrients and organic matter [1]. This is used on around 1.9% of the UK’s agricultural land [2].... MoreClosed 24 March 2026 -
Consultation on proposals for reform to the Packaging Waste Recycling Note (PRN) system
The PRN/PERN system was introduced under the 1997 Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging Waste) Regulations as a way for producers to demonstrate that they have met their statutory recycling obligations each year, and to fund investment in recycling, by obtaining evidence notes. These evidence notes, called Packaging Waste Recycling Notes (PRNs) and Packaging Waste Export Recycling Notes (PERNs), are issued by accredited reprocessors or exporters for each tonne of eligible packaging... MoreOpened 24 March 2026 -
Protecting wild birds: Consultation on Amending the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 which allows certain species of wild birds to be killed or taken outside of their close seasons
This consultation seeks views on proposed changes to Part 1, Schedule 2 (2.1) of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (WCA). Schedule 2.1 sets out which wild bird species may be killed or taken outside the “close season”. The close season is the time of year when birds are protected to support breeding and migration, and it varies by species. Schedule 2.1 currently lists 19 species of wild birds in England and Wales and 23 species in Scotland, mainly ducks, geese and wading... MoreOpened 23 March 2026 -
Consultation on Designation of 13 Sites as Bathing Waters
The Bathing Water Regulations (S.I.2013/1675) ("the Regulations") as amended in 2025, define a bathing water as a surface water where "...the Secretary of State expects a large number of people to bathe, having regard in particular to past trends and any infrastructure or facilities provided, or other measures taken, to promote bathing at those waters." The objective of designating a beach or inland water as a bathing water is to protect bathers' health by monitoring for intestinal... MoreClosed 23 March 2026 -
UK fertilisers: regulatory reform
The United Kingdom (UK) government, Scottish Government, Welsh Government and the Northern Ireland Executive (referred to collectively as ‘all four governments’) have worked together to produce this consultation and call for evidence, which focuses on proposals to repeal existing fertilisers legislation and replace it with a new regulatory framework (the ‘UK Fertilising Product Regulations’ (“UK FPR”)) for placing fertilising products on the market in the UK. Reform of UK... MoreOpened 19 March 2026 -
Consultation on UK Best Available Techniques for preventing or minimising impacts on the environment from industry
This consultation invites feedback on the Best Available Techniques (BAT), interpretation guidance, BAT Associated Emission Limits (BAT-AELs) and Environmental Performance Levels (BAT-AEPLs) for four industry sectors: ferrous metals processing (forming) ferrous metals processing (galvanizing) textiles common waste gas management and treatment in the chemicals industry These standards were developed through a collaborative process by Technical Working Groups... MoreOpened 19 March 2026 -
Consultation on solid fuel burning - taking action to reduce fine particulate matter and smoke emissions
Air pollution is one of the largest environmental risks to human health. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) – tiny particles that can enter the lungs and bloodstream – is linked to conditions such as heart disease, asthma, and premature death. Vulnerable groups, including children, older people, and those with existing health conditions, are most affected. Domestic burning of solid fuels such as wood and manufactured solid fuels is a major source of PM2.5 emissions. In 2023, it... MoreClosed 19 March 2026 -
Consultation on potential amendments to the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation 2026
We are seeking your views on a number of proposed changes to Annex I of the assimilated Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation (EU) 2019/1021, including new additions to a list of substances that are prohibited from manufacture, use, and placing on the market in Great Britain. This consultation focuses on legislative proposals detailed in an accompanying draft Statutory Instrument (SI). Please refer to the draft SI when responding to the consultation questions. It is available... MoreOpened 18 March 2026 -
UK-EU SPS Agreement - Call for Information
On 19 May 2025, the UK government and the European Union (EU) agreed to pursue a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement. This, together with the Windsor Framework, will make it easier, cheaper and more predictable for goods to move not just between the UK and the EU, but also within the UK itself, including smoother movements from Great Britain to Northern Ireland. This agreement covers the trade, production and movement of plants, animals and their products; food... MoreOpened 9 March 2026 -
Lamb Welfare: Consultation on proposed changes to castration and tail docking methods (Lles Ŵyn: Ymgynghoriad ar newidiadau arfaethedig i ddulliau ysbaddu a thocio cynffonnau)
Please respond to this consultation using the Citizen Space consultation hub: Please use the link underneath "give us your views" at the bottom of this page. This will take you to the first page of the consultation. Scroll to the bottom and use the "continue" button to progress. Across the UK, castration and tail docking are routinely carried out on lambs. These procedures are typically carried out using the ‘rubber ring’ method without the use of... MoreClosed 9 March 2026 -
Cage reform: proposed ban on keeping laying hens, pullets and breeder layers in cages (Diwygio cewyll: gwaharddiad arfaethedig ar gadw ieir dodwy, cywennod ac ieir bridio mewn cewyll)
In 1999, conventional ‘battery’ cages for laying hens (for keepers with 350 or more birds) were banned throughout the European Union, including in the UK, but with a 12-year transition period to 1 January 2012 before the ban came into full effect. Due to the small size and barren environment, conventional ‘battery’ cages severely compromised the welfare of laying hens. However, this ban only targeted commercial scale producers and so keepers with fewer than 350 laying hens were... MoreClosed 9 March 2026 -
Animal Health and Welfare Pathway: Mandatory Proposals
Our vision for the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway We are consulting on proposals designed to introduce a new phase in the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway , facilitating collaboration between farmers and vets to enhance livestock health, welfare and biosecurity. Many farmers are already taking positive measures across these areas during the voluntary funded phase, and they are realising the benefits. From the conception of the Pathway, we have talked about transition from a... MoreOpened 24 February 2026 -
Consultation on the proposed Celtic Sea and Western Channel demersal Fisheries Management Plan Ymgynghoriad ar Gynllun rheoli pysgodfeydd arfaethedig ar gyfer rhywogaethau dyfnforol y Môr Celtaidd a Gorllewin Sianel Lloegr
The purpose of this consultation is to seek your views on the proposed Celtic Sea and Western Channel demersal Fisheries Management Plan (FMP), its policies and measures. We are also seeking your views on the likely environmental effects of the FMP, as set out in the Environmental Report. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Trosolwg Diben yr ymgynghoriad hwn yw ceisio eich safbwyntiau ar Gynllun rheoli pysgodfeydd (FMP)... MoreOpened 10 February 2026 -
Consultation on the proposed Celtic Sea and Western Channel pelagic Fisheries Management Plan Ymgynghoriad ar Gynllun Rheoli Pysgodfeydd arfaethedig pelagig y Môr Celtaidd a Gorllewin Sianel Lloegr
The purpose of this consultation is to seek your views on the proposed Celtic Sea and Western Channel pelagic Fisheries Management Plan (FMP), its policies and meaures. We are also seeking your views on the likely environmental effects of the FMP, as set out in the Environmental Report. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Trosolwg Diben yr ymgynghoriad hwn yw ceisio eich safbwyntiau ar Gynllun Rheoli Pysgodfeydd... MoreOpened 10 February 2026 -
Consultation on the proposed seabream Fisheries Management Plan
The purpose of this consultation is to seek your views on the proposed seabream Fisheries Management Plan (FMP), its policies and measures. We are also seeking your views on the likely environmental effects of the FMP, as set out in the Environmental Report. MoreOpened 10 February 2026 -
Consultation on the proposed wrasses complex Fisheries Management Plan
The purpose of this consultation is to seek your views on the proposed wrasses complex Fisheries Management Plan (FMP), its policies and measures. We are also seeking your views on the likely environmental effects of the FMP, as set out in the Environmental Report. MoreOpened 10 February 2026 -
Scanning microchips prior to euthanasia
In 2020, Defra worked with the Tuk's Law campaign and the veterinary profession to provide more assurance that alternatives have been explored prior to the euthanasia of healthy dogs. In doing so, Defra was responding to the concerns expressed by Tuk's Law campaign, whilst acknowledging the veterinary profession's position that requests to euthanise healthy animals are rare in practice. In 2021, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) amended its Code of Professional Conduct for... MoreClosed 10 February 2026 -
Contractual Relationships in the Combinable Crops Sector
The UK combinable crops sector, which includes cereals, oilseeds, and pulses, plays a vital role in national food security and contributes significantly to the wider economy. These crops provide essential raw materials not only for human consumption but also for animal feed and renewable energy production. Despite its importance, the sector faces considerable challenges such as extreme weather conditions driven by climate change, volatility in input costs like fertilisers and fuel, and... MoreClosed 4 February 2026 -
Arferion contractiol yn y sector cnydau a gynaeafir â chombein yn y Deyrnas Unedig
Mae'r sector cnydau a gynaeafir â chombein yn y DU, sy'n cynnwys grawnfwydydd, hadau olew a chodlysiau, yn hollbwysig wrth sicrhau diogelwch bwyd cenedlaethol ac yn cyfrannu'n sylweddol at yr economi ehangach. Mae'r cnydau hyn yn darparu deunyddiau crai hanfodol nid yn unig i'w bwyta gan bobl ond ar gyfer bwydo anifeiliaid a chynhyrchu ynni adnewyddadwy hefyd. Er ei bwysigrwydd, mae'r sector yn wynebu heriau mawr fel tywydd eithafol yn sgil y newid yn yr hinsawdd, costau anwadal... MoreClosed 4 February 2026 -
Consultation on revised charges for the National Residues Control Programme
The National Residues Control Programme (NRCP) is a statutory annual surveillance programme in England, Scotland, and Wales to sample and test food animal products, for residues of veterinary medicines and prohibited substances before they enter the food chain . This helps to protect human health and provides assurances about food safety and standards. The programme is a component of the United Kingdom Multi-Annual National Control Plan (UK MANCP) which is the framework of official... MoreClosed 19 January 2026 -
Implementation of Part IV of the BBNJ Agreement
Calling for evidence on potential activities taking place in the high seas and seeking views on proposed amendments to the marine licensing regime under the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (MCAA) and the Marine (Scotland) Act 2010 (MSA) to implement Part IV of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement on environmental impact assessments (EIA). This consultation also includes the Scottish Government’s proposals to implement Part IV of the BBNJ... MoreClosed 19 December 2025 -
F gas Regulation in Great Britain: Reform of the HFC phasedown
This consultation focuses on specific proposals for HFC phasedown reform. We propose changing the HFC phasedown in the F gas Regulation by adjusting the existing schedule (which is set out in Annex 5 of the F gas Regulation) from 2027 and adding further steps from 2030 until 2050. Those adjustments would mean revising the end target of the phasedown – i.e. replacing the 79% reduction by 2030 target with a 98.6% reduction by 2048 target. The proposal in this consultation... MoreClosed 17 December 2025 -
Review of Water Efficiency Standards in the Building Regulations 2010
The government is committed to creating environmental headroom for growth. A failure to implement water demand management measures in response to water scarcity could result in over 61,000 houses not being built costing the economy £25 billion this parliamentary term. Increasing the water efficiency of housing offers opportunities to reduce the risk of planning constraints on new developments due to water scarcity risks. As well as enabling homes to be water efficient as part... MoreClosed 16 December 2025 -
Consultation on strengthening penalties for water company offences
This consultation invites views on the introduction of new penalties for offences committed by water companies. The consultation sets out our proposals for: variable monetary penalties (VMPs) imposed to the civil standard of proof (civil standard VMPs) automatic penalties, where the Environment Agency (EA) will be placed under a duty to impose fixed monetary penalties to the civil standard of proof in specific circumstances The powers will apply to... MoreClosed 3 December 2025 -
Consultation on the Nuclear Industry Association’s Application for Regulatory Justification of the ‘Rolls-Royce SMR’ designed by Rolls-Royce SMR Limited
We are seeking your views on an application for a regulatory justification decision on the ‘Rolls-Royce SMR’ (small modular reactor). This reactor is designed by Rolls-Royce SMR Limited and the application was made by the Nuclear Industry Association (NIA), the representative body for the civil nuclear industry in the UK. Justification is an early regulatory step that must be satisfied before a new type of nuclear reactor can be deployed in the UK. Justification determines the... MoreClosed 1 December 2025 -
WEEE Compliance Fee Methodology 2025
The UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2013 establish a system in which producers of equipment are required to finance the cost of collection, treatment, recovery and recycling of WEEE arising from private households. The WEEE Regulations establish a system of annual collection targets that are imposed on producer compliance schemes (PCSs). The Secretary of State has discretionary powers to approve a compliance fee methodology as an alternative form of compliance... MoreClosed 10 November 2025 -
CITES Reform proposals
This consultation invites views on proposed regulatory reforms to the CITES implementing framework in the UK. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (“CITES”) is an international agreement that aims to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants is conducted legally and does not threaten the survival of the species. A key part of this is achieved through the issuing of permits for the import, (re-)export and... MoreClosed 23 October 2025
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