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Can we balance #biodiversity targets with socio-economic needs? With good policy and planning it’s possible, says a new study. environment.ec.europa.eu/news/can-we-...
Can we balance biodiversity targets with socio-economic needs? With good policy and planning it’s possible, says a new study.
The key to balancing future food and fuel needs with ambitious EU targets to restore habitats and protect threatened species is good policy and integrated planning, with burdens shared across member s...
environment.ec.europa.eu
November 17, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Can we balance #biodiversity targets with socio-economic needs? With good policy and planning it’s possible, says a new study. environment.ec.europa.eu/news/can-we-...
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🔶 @rozsavage.bsky.social, #CNCC Vice-Chair, on amendment 40 of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill: “Choose clarity over confusion, evidence over ideology. We have the chance to choose a planning system that is efficient and fair—that's good for business, communities, wildlife and landscapes.”
November 17, 2025 at 1:13 PM
🔶 @rozsavage.bsky.social, #CNCC Vice-Chair, on amendment 40 of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill: “Choose clarity over confusion, evidence over ideology. We have the chance to choose a planning system that is efficient and fair—that's good for business, communities, wildlife and landscapes.”
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Nature is not the blocker to 1.5 million homes, instead it’s a necessity for building resilient towns and neighbourhoods.
Read our new report on environmental sustainability and housing growth ⬇️
publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...
Read our new report on environmental sustainability and housing growth ⬇️
publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...
November 17, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Nature is not the blocker to 1.5 million homes, instead it’s a necessity for building resilient towns and neighbourhoods.
Read our new report on environmental sustainability and housing growth ⬇️
publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...
Read our new report on environmental sustainability and housing growth ⬇️
publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...
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If you are interested in helping us to mitigate the impacts of light pollution #ALAN on biodiversity, and work on street lighting mitigation and road safety, consider joining our Knowledge Network: www.ncl.ac.uk/press/articl...
Lighting the way to safer, smarter and sustainable roads
A new European research initiative, SAFELUX – The Light We Need, is set to transform how we light our roads at night - improving safety while reducing energy use and environmental impacts.
www.ncl.ac.uk
November 13, 2025 at 12:21 PM
If you are interested in helping us to mitigate the impacts of light pollution #ALAN on biodiversity, and work on street lighting mitigation and road safety, consider joining our Knowledge Network: www.ncl.ac.uk/press/articl...
Nature is not a blocker to housing growth, MPs find www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Nature is not a blocker to housing growth, MPs find
The Environmental Audit Committee found the government's measures are not enough to meet targets.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Nature is not a blocker to housing growth, MPs find www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Nature not a “blocker” to housing delivery, MPs find in new @commonseac.parliament.uk report committees.parliament.uk/committee/62...
Nature not a “blocker” to housing delivery, MPs find in new report - Committees - UK Parliament
Nature is not a “blocker” to delivering new housing, but rather a necessity for building resilient towns and neighbourhoods, MPs argue in a report published today.
committees.parliament.uk
November 17, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Nature not a “blocker” to housing delivery, MPs find in new @commonseac.parliament.uk report committees.parliament.uk/committee/62...
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We're delighted that tireless advocate for the natural world, @chrisgpackham.bsky.social CBE, will be opening the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster Central Hall on 27th November.
Chris speaking with @bbclaurak.bsky.social earlier👇
Please make sure your MP is attending: nebriefing.org
#NEB
Chris speaking with @bbclaurak.bsky.social earlier👇
Please make sure your MP is attending: nebriefing.org
#NEB
November 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM
We're delighted that tireless advocate for the natural world, @chrisgpackham.bsky.social CBE, will be opening the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster Central Hall on 27th November.
Chris speaking with @bbclaurak.bsky.social earlier👇
Please make sure your MP is attending: nebriefing.org
#NEB
Chris speaking with @bbclaurak.bsky.social earlier👇
Please make sure your MP is attending: nebriefing.org
#NEB
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In a world where you can be anything, be kind to nature.
From climate change to disasters, our planet is under pressure — yet nature holds the key to resilience and life itself.
Let’s act with kindness towards nature, which sustains us all.
Take action: https://www.unep.org/topics/nature-action
From climate change to disasters, our planet is under pressure — yet nature holds the key to resilience and life itself.
Let’s act with kindness towards nature, which sustains us all.
Take action: https://www.unep.org/topics/nature-action
November 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
In a world where you can be anything, be kind to nature.
From climate change to disasters, our planet is under pressure — yet nature holds the key to resilience and life itself.
Let’s act with kindness towards nature, which sustains us all.
Take action: https://www.unep.org/topics/nature-action
From climate change to disasters, our planet is under pressure — yet nature holds the key to resilience and life itself.
Let’s act with kindness towards nature, which sustains us all.
Take action: https://www.unep.org/topics/nature-action
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The Connecting People and Landscapes in a changing climate project launched this week. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project will help create a countryside where wildlife and communities can thrive together www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/11... #bats 🦇
November 16, 2025 at 9:55 AM
The Connecting People and Landscapes in a changing climate project launched this week. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project will help create a countryside where wildlife and communities can thrive together www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/11... #bats 🦇
🦇 Whether you're having a lazy and quiet Sunday morning or are on the go, our podcast BatChat is the best company. A new season is back and you can listen to the first episode in your usual platform or in your browser here: batchat.buzzsprout.com/680561/episo... .
November 16, 2025 at 9:30 PM
🦇 Whether you're having a lazy and quiet Sunday morning or are on the go, our podcast BatChat is the best company. A new season is back and you can listen to the first episode in your usual platform or in your browser here: batchat.buzzsprout.com/680561/episo... .
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#Bats in Churches research reveals ancient buildings as vital wildlife refuges. Crucially, the research also found that 90% of church communities feel positively about their resident bats. ⛪🦇 #naturepositive
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
November 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#Bats in Churches research reveals ancient buildings as vital wildlife refuges. Crucially, the research also found that 90% of church communities feel positively about their resident bats. ⛪🦇 #naturepositive
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
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November 16, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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🦇If you are new to bats you may find our e-learning resources a great way to get started! Some highlights:
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
November 15, 2025 at 4:34 PM
🦇If you are new to bats you may find our e-learning resources a great way to get started! Some highlights:
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
#Bats in Churches research reveals ancient buildings as vital wildlife refuges. Crucially, the research also found that 90% of church communities feel positively about their resident bats. ⛪🦇 #naturepositive
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
November 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#Bats in Churches research reveals ancient buildings as vital wildlife refuges. Crucially, the research also found that 90% of church communities feel positively about their resident bats. ⛪🦇 #naturepositive
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/10...
The Connecting People and Landscapes in a changing climate project launched this week. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project will help create a countryside where wildlife and communities can thrive together www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/11... #bats 🦇
November 16, 2025 at 9:55 AM
The Connecting People and Landscapes in a changing climate project launched this week. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project will help create a countryside where wildlife and communities can thrive together www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/11... #bats 🦇
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🦇 An Adopt a Bat subscription is a lovely Christmas gift and you will be making a real difference to bats in the wild. Subscribe by 9am, 8 Dec to make sure it arrives on time: www.bats.org.uk/support-bats...
November 15, 2025 at 9:18 AM
🦇 An Adopt a Bat subscription is a lovely Christmas gift and you will be making a real difference to bats in the wild. Subscribe by 9am, 8 Dec to make sure it arrives on time: www.bats.org.uk/support-bats...
November 16, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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We've put together shortlists of prospective names for 4 species UK bats. Today we're highlighting the noctule. They are large, loud and often the first bat you’ll see at dusk. But should they be called....?
A screech of noctules
A thunder of noctules
A chorus of noctules
Vote: buff.ly/xEVmgkJ
A screech of noctules
A thunder of noctules
A chorus of noctules
Vote: buff.ly/xEVmgkJ
November 12, 2025 at 8:45 AM
We've put together shortlists of prospective names for 4 species UK bats. Today we're highlighting the noctule. They are large, loud and often the first bat you’ll see at dusk. But should they be called....?
A screech of noctules
A thunder of noctules
A chorus of noctules
Vote: buff.ly/xEVmgkJ
A screech of noctules
A thunder of noctules
A chorus of noctules
Vote: buff.ly/xEVmgkJ
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🦇 A group of bats can be called a colony, a cauldron, or even a cloud. But with over 1,500 bat species worldwide (and 18 here in the UK!), we think it’s time to get a little more imaginative.
Surely our brilliant bats deserve names as unique as they are. Join our campaign and help us #NameThatBat .
Surely our brilliant bats deserve names as unique as they are. Join our campaign and help us #NameThatBat .
November 12, 2025 at 8:45 AM
🦇 A group of bats can be called a colony, a cauldron, or even a cloud. But with over 1,500 bat species worldwide (and 18 here in the UK!), we think it’s time to get a little more imaginative.
Surely our brilliant bats deserve names as unique as they are. Join our campaign and help us #NameThatBat .
Surely our brilliant bats deserve names as unique as they are. Join our campaign and help us #NameThatBat .
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It’s #LivingWageWeek! 🎊
We’re proud to be part of the movement of over 16,000 employers making a difference by paying the real Living Wage - because everyone deserves a decent standard of living.
Find out more at: www.livingwage.org.uk
We’re proud to be part of the movement of over 16,000 employers making a difference by paying the real Living Wage - because everyone deserves a decent standard of living.
Find out more at: www.livingwage.org.uk
November 14, 2025 at 4:06 PM
It’s #LivingWageWeek! 🎊
We’re proud to be part of the movement of over 16,000 employers making a difference by paying the real Living Wage - because everyone deserves a decent standard of living.
Find out more at: www.livingwage.org.uk
We’re proud to be part of the movement of over 16,000 employers making a difference by paying the real Living Wage - because everyone deserves a decent standard of living.
Find out more at: www.livingwage.org.uk
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🦇 New blog on Substack - A Wild Child's Guide to Nature at Night by Dara McAnulty.
Dara's third book shows you how to explore nature at night. Bats have been part of Dara's life since he was a young kid. Read on to find out more: batconservationtrust.substack.com/p/a-wild-chi...
Dara's third book shows you how to explore nature at night. Bats have been part of Dara's life since he was a young kid. Read on to find out more: batconservationtrust.substack.com/p/a-wild-chi...
November 15, 2025 at 10:29 AM
🦇 New blog on Substack - A Wild Child's Guide to Nature at Night by Dara McAnulty.
Dara's third book shows you how to explore nature at night. Bats have been part of Dara's life since he was a young kid. Read on to find out more: batconservationtrust.substack.com/p/a-wild-chi...
Dara's third book shows you how to explore nature at night. Bats have been part of Dara's life since he was a young kid. Read on to find out more: batconservationtrust.substack.com/p/a-wild-chi...
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Bats play an important role in many habitats around the world. www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/w...
November 15, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Bats play an important role in many habitats around the world. www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/w...
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There are 1500 described species of bat in the world with more being added all the time. Each species is unique in its requirements and the role they play in the ecosystem. In the UK we have 18 resident species www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/w...
November 15, 2025 at 8:12 AM
There are 1500 described species of bat in the world with more being added all the time. Each species is unique in its requirements and the role they play in the ecosystem. In the UK we have 18 resident species www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/w...
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By joining as a member, you will be directly helping to protect bats and their habitats for future generations to enjoy. www.bats.org.uk/membership/s...
November 15, 2025 at 8:15 AM
By joining as a member, you will be directly helping to protect bats and their habitats for future generations to enjoy. www.bats.org.uk/membership/s...
🦇If you are new to bats you may find our e-learning resources a great way to get started! Some highlights:
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
November 15, 2025 at 4:34 PM
🦇If you are new to bats you may find our e-learning resources a great way to get started! Some highlights:
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...
- Intro to bats
- Bat care for non-bat carers
- Bat resources for teachers and youth workers
- Bat talks from conferences
More here: learn.bats.org.uk/collections/...