Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land....More
The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on a new statutory Code of Practice for the Welfare of Pigs, for England.
The purpose of the existing statutory code is to provide owners and keepers of pigs with guidance on how to comply with relevant welfare legislation.
The existing...More
The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on a new statutory Code of Practice for the Welfare of Laying Hens, for England.
The purpose of the existing statutory code is to provide owners and keepers of laying hens with guidance on how to comply with relevant welfare legislation....More
On 2 November 2017 Natural England notified additional land as part of the Crouch and Roach Estuaries Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), recognising the land’s importance for overwintering waterbirds and other interest features of the SSSI. It is proposed that the boundaries of the...More
Defra is seeking information on the use of solid fuels such as house coal, manufactured solid fuel and wood for domestic heating, and the impact that changes to the availability of these fuels would have on consumers and businesses.
The Government’s long term strategy is to see households...More
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land....More
Natural England is inviting views about the way we fund the wildlife licence service in the future. We want to ensure this service offers value for money for licence applicants and the taxpayer and achieves good outcomes for wildlife.
You need a wildlife licence from Natural England if you...More
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in England and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) invite views on proposals to revise the fee structure and fee rates for marine licence applications as operated by the Marine Management Organisation on behalf of the Secretary of State....More
This consultation seeks views on the draft Animal Welfare (Sentencing and Recognition of Sentience) Bill . The Bill reflects the principle of animal sentience in domestic law and increases the maximum sentences for animal cruelty tenfold, from six months to five years in England and Wales.
...More
Commission Directive (EU) 2015/1787 (the Directive) amending Annexes II and III to Council Directive 98/83/EC on the quality of water intended for human consumption alters the monitoring requirements for spring water and bottled drinking water and makes changes to the methods of analysis to be...More
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is seeking views on draft proposals for potential management of commercial fishing in the part of West of Walney Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) inshore of 12 nautical miles.
Three management options are being considered and the MMO would like feedback...More
Seeking views on updating the rules for the prevention, control and eradication of Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs).
We want to know what you think about amending the English and Welsh regulations on Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs), a family of diseases that...More
Seeking views on additional measures to support individuals and businesses affected by local NO 2 plans.
This consultation applies to England only.
Before responding to the questions set out in the consultation, we recommend that you read at least the consultation document setting out our...More
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is seeking views on banning UK sales of elephant ivory, and seeking evidence on the effect this change will have.
This consultation applies to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, however we welcome responses from organisations...More
By the 2050s England is expected to face a water deficit of 8-22% of total water demand. Demand for water will increase due to population and economic growth, whilst the impacts of climate change and drought are likely to reduce the reliability of rainfall. We need to take action now to ensure we...More
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land....More
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered...More
The (WEEE) Directive requires an extension of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment scope to bring all electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) under the requirements of the Directive, unless explicitly exempt (‘open scope’). There is also a requirement to categorise and...More
Natural England is seeking views on proposed changes to the assessment and consenting process for wildfowling on designated sites in England. The proposed changes aim to make the process of wildfowling consents more straightforward, transparent and reflective of the impact and nature of...More
Evaluation of proposals
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 regulations...More
Defra is consulting on the introduction of civil penalties in England, Scotland and the marine areas. These measures are being considered to address concerns about whether the current penalty system provides sufficient deterrence against non-compliance.
This is a public consultation and it is...More
This consultation seeks views on the government’s proposed approach to implementing the requirements of EU Regulation 2017/852 on Mercury, which will be contained within the Control of Mercury (Enforcement) Regulations 2017.
The European Parliament and Council adopted Regulation (EU)...More
As part of the Government’s commitment to deliver its Litter Strategy for England[1], Defra has established the Voluntary and Economic Incentives Working Group. This independent group is tasked with examining specific voluntary and/or regulatory interventions that can reduce the incidence of...More
The North York Moors National Park is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or...More
The North York Moors National Park is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or...More
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land....More
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land....More
We are seeking views on proposed changes to the charging structure and fees for the following plant health services provided by the Animal and Plant Health Agency in England and Wales:
Inspection of imported plants and plant material and sampling and testing of potatoes imported from...More
Natural England is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered common land....More
The Forestry Commission is seeking views on proposals that will restrict public access to open access land at this site.
The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW Act) gives a public right of access to land mapped as ‘open country’ (mountain, moor, heath and down) or registered...More