Nature

Areas with highest levels of social deprivation have far fewer trees than wealthiest neighbourhoods

Nature is essential to our lives, but the government wants to attack it, not protect it. If we want future generations to survive and thrive, we need to restore nature and halt its continued destruction. Find out what’s at risk and how you can take action.

Targets such as halting species decline are only seven years away - the government must raise its ambition

Bees are vital for biodiversity and a healthy environment, but they’re currently under threat. Find out how to plant wildflower seeds to make more space for nature and support these important pollinators.

The world's peatlands are a vital tool against the climate crisis. But a lack of action together with ulterior motives mean these precious habitats are still exploited. Find out why the UK government should protect peat (and why our gardens won't suffer without it).

New regulations being introduced under the Environment Act need to be much stronger if deforestation targets are to be met, say a group of NGOs including Friends of the Earth

Gas cavern project threatens local wildlife, including otters, dolphins and porpoise, and undermines action on climate change

Pesticide permission threat to precious pollinators

The announcement comes at the end of the first week of the UN climate talks

Friends of the Earth and Rewilding Britain call on the government to unlock the country's full potential for natural regeneration