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Utterly damning report from Office for Environmental Protection - the Govt’s not only missing its targets to protect wildlife in England, it’s also failing on *almost all* environmental measures - and in some cases actively destroying the natural world through its obsession with growth at all costs
Government’s wildlife targets will be missed in England, watchdog says
Seven out of 10 targets have little likelihood of being met by 2030, Office for Environmental Protection says
www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2026 at 10:04 AM
Utterly damning report from Office for Environmental Protection - the Govt’s not only missing its targets to protect wildlife in England, it’s also failing on *almost all* environmental measures - and in some cases actively destroying the natural world through its obsession with growth at all costs
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January 10, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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Guest blog by our CEO Chris Corrigan about the biobead spill disaster
January 6, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Guest blog by our CEO Chris Corrigan about the biobead spill disaster
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Latest update on the bio-bead pollution incident at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve https://f.mtr.cool/ygvlynzwnt
November 28, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Latest update on the bio-bead pollution incident at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve https://f.mtr.cool/ygvlynzwnt
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It's that time of year
November 22, 2025 at 11:54 AM
It's that time of year
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We are devastated to confirm that bio-bead pollution has reached Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. We're working to assess the damage to the precious saltmarsh habitat and plan the clean-up.
Full statement here: https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/bio-bead-pollution-at-rye-harbour-nature-reserve
Full statement here: https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/bio-bead-pollution-at-rye-harbour-nature-reserve
November 14, 2025 at 10:58 AM
We are devastated to confirm that bio-bead pollution has reached Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. We're working to assess the damage to the precious saltmarsh habitat and plan the clean-up.
Full statement here: https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/bio-bead-pollution-at-rye-harbour-nature-reserve
Full statement here: https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/bio-bead-pollution-at-rye-harbour-nature-reserve
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<from the depths of my soul> Bloody. fireworks. should. be. banned.
November 9, 2025 at 6:02 PM
<from the depths of my soul> Bloody. fireworks. should. be. banned.
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I’ve written to Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage urging them to condemn Donald Trump’s attack on the BBC.
The BBC belongs to Britain, not Trump. We must defend it together.
The BBC belongs to Britain, not Trump. We must defend it together.
November 10, 2025 at 11:29 AM
I’ve written to Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage urging them to condemn Donald Trump’s attack on the BBC.
The BBC belongs to Britain, not Trump. We must defend it together.
The BBC belongs to Britain, not Trump. We must defend it together.
Just worked out how to disable Copilot in Windows 11. Feeling mighty Sarah J. Connor right now.
November 8, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Just worked out how to disable Copilot in Windows 11. Feeling mighty Sarah J. Connor right now.
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Sussex Wildlife Trust celebrates success in legal battle to stop Marine Conservation Zone dumping as licence is quashed
sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/sussex-...
Short-snouted Seahorse © Paul Naylor
sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/sussex-...
Short-snouted Seahorse © Paul Naylor
November 7, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Sussex Wildlife Trust celebrates success in legal battle to stop Marine Conservation Zone dumping as licence is quashed
sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/sussex-...
Short-snouted Seahorse © Paul Naylor
sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/sussex-...
Short-snouted Seahorse © Paul Naylor
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"I couldn't believe they found them, it was remarkable."
Volunteers trained by the the Lost Woods Project have discovered a new population of Hazel Dormice in the Weald, at Lindfield, West Sussex.
Volunteers trained by the the Lost Woods Project have discovered a new population of Hazel Dormice in the Weald, at Lindfield, West Sussex.
Lost Woods training leads to remarkable discovery: Hazel Dormice found in Lindfield after near 20-year absence
Dedicated volunteers from The Friends of Eastern Road Nature Reserve found evidence of Hazel Dormice after months of surveying and monitoring.
www.lostwoods.org.uk
October 29, 2025 at 5:40 PM
"I couldn't believe they found them, it was remarkable."
Volunteers trained by the the Lost Woods Project have discovered a new population of Hazel Dormice in the Weald, at Lindfield, West Sussex.
Volunteers trained by the the Lost Woods Project have discovered a new population of Hazel Dormice in the Weald, at Lindfield, West Sussex.
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**Planning and Infrastructure Bill update**
The House of Lords have moved to keep vital protections for sensitive habitats and species.
It's now time to ask MPs to hold the line.
Let your MP know that we need to keep Amendment 130 in the Bill.
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
The House of Lords have moved to keep vital protections for sensitive habitats and species.
It's now time to ask MPs to hold the line.
Let your MP know that we need to keep Amendment 130 in the Bill.
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
Email your MP. Amendment 130 would make sure the new planning systems works for, not against nature.demand they keep amendment 130 in the Bill
It's now or never. This is the last chance to protect nature in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
Email your MP to keep amendment 130 in the Bill.
action.wildlifetrusts.org
October 30, 2025 at 1:23 PM
**Planning and Infrastructure Bill update**
The House of Lords have moved to keep vital protections for sensitive habitats and species.
It's now time to ask MPs to hold the line.
Let your MP know that we need to keep Amendment 130 in the Bill.
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
The House of Lords have moved to keep vital protections for sensitive habitats and species.
It's now time to ask MPs to hold the line.
Let your MP know that we need to keep Amendment 130 in the Bill.
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
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Happy Monday from the unseasonably warm South coast. Felt privileged to see for the first time a beautiful hummingbird hawk-moth. #nature #insect #moth #photography #sussex #england #video #wildlife @sussexwildlife.bsky.social
October 6, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Happy Monday from the unseasonably warm South coast. Felt privileged to see for the first time a beautiful hummingbird hawk-moth. #nature #insect #moth #photography #sussex #england #video #wildlife @sussexwildlife.bsky.social
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Communities are key to the recovery of nature, and action seems to be springing up all around Sussex.
We recently added 15 more community groups to our map. ✊
See what's happening near you: buff.ly/Klj8a3b
📷 Sam Buckland
We recently added 15 more community groups to our map. ✊
See what's happening near you: buff.ly/Klj8a3b
📷 Sam Buckland
October 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Communities are key to the recovery of nature, and action seems to be springing up all around Sussex.
We recently added 15 more community groups to our map. ✊
See what's happening near you: buff.ly/Klj8a3b
📷 Sam Buckland
We recently added 15 more community groups to our map. ✊
See what's happening near you: buff.ly/Klj8a3b
📷 Sam Buckland
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Splish, splash, I was having a bird bath. One happy wet Robin! Pics - John Lauper
October 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Splish, splash, I was having a bird bath. One happy wet Robin! Pics - John Lauper
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Some pics by Marine Conservation Officer Sarah from a recent Shoresearch excursion at Chichester Harbour. A Sea Hare in a teaspoon, a Burrowing Anemone (Cyclista troglodytes) plus our volunteers & some Oysters captured in a split shot!
September 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Some pics by Marine Conservation Officer Sarah from a recent Shoresearch excursion at Chichester Harbour. A Sea Hare in a teaspoon, a Burrowing Anemone (Cyclista troglodytes) plus our volunteers & some Oysters captured in a split shot!
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Clouded Yellow butterflies are still being seen in the autumn sun - for example at Southerham Farm SWT reserve last week.
When they fly, their orangy upperwing colour stands out - at rest its their yellow underwings that are usually on display.
When they fly, their orangy upperwing colour stands out - at rest its their yellow underwings that are usually on display.
September 27, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Clouded Yellow butterflies are still being seen in the autumn sun - for example at Southerham Farm SWT reserve last week.
When they fly, their orangy upperwing colour stands out - at rest its their yellow underwings that are usually on display.
When they fly, their orangy upperwing colour stands out - at rest its their yellow underwings that are usually on display.
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From The Wildlife Trusts: 'With rumours the UK Government's Planning & Infrastructure Bill may be amended in ways that could further weaken protections including National Parks, the risks to nature are growing.
This makes it more urgent!'
Read their response www.wildlifetrusts.org/blog/public-...
This makes it more urgent!'
Read their response www.wildlifetrusts.org/blog/public-...
A warning to the UK Government – don’t risk disaster by cutting the joy budget | The Wildlife Trusts
Ahead of Labour Conference, with rumours swirling about coming deregulation, Ministers are urged to reflect on the “little joys” which are safeguarded by nature protections. Matt Browne, Head of Publi...
www.wildlifetrusts.org
September 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
From The Wildlife Trusts: 'With rumours the UK Government's Planning & Infrastructure Bill may be amended in ways that could further weaken protections including National Parks, the risks to nature are growing.
This makes it more urgent!'
Read their response www.wildlifetrusts.org/blog/public-...
This makes it more urgent!'
Read their response www.wildlifetrusts.org/blog/public-...
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So long Swallows, until next year 👋
📸Swallows © Neil Fletcher
📸Swallows © Neil Fletcher
September 24, 2025 at 12:03 PM
So long Swallows, until next year 👋
📸Swallows © Neil Fletcher
📸Swallows © Neil Fletcher
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The David Streeter Wildlife Champions Award celebrates those aged 16–25 who are taking meaningful local action for wildlife and the environment. 🌳
Do you know a young person who is already shaping a wilder Sussex? Or are you taking action yourself? 🐦
Apply here! buff.ly/j6PJmlq
📸© Kai Hilton
Do you know a young person who is already shaping a wilder Sussex? Or are you taking action yourself? 🐦
Apply here! buff.ly/j6PJmlq
📸© Kai Hilton
September 19, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The David Streeter Wildlife Champions Award celebrates those aged 16–25 who are taking meaningful local action for wildlife and the environment. 🌳
Do you know a young person who is already shaping a wilder Sussex? Or are you taking action yourself? 🐦
Apply here! buff.ly/j6PJmlq
📸© Kai Hilton
Do you know a young person who is already shaping a wilder Sussex? Or are you taking action yourself? 🐦
Apply here! buff.ly/j6PJmlq
📸© Kai Hilton
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The evenings are getting a little darker, but it's still warm! Wildlife that will hibernate in colder weather is still out and about, and more at risk on our roads. If you are driving on these darker evenings, please be vigilant and protect your local wildlife 🦔🦡🐸
📸Toad © Peter Brooks
📸Toad © Peter Brooks
September 17, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The evenings are getting a little darker, but it's still warm! Wildlife that will hibernate in colder weather is still out and about, and more at risk on our roads. If you are driving on these darker evenings, please be vigilant and protect your local wildlife 🦔🦡🐸
📸Toad © Peter Brooks
📸Toad © Peter Brooks
So . . .
Option A - Reform
Option B - Right-leaning neoliberalist government doing what they think Reform voters want
Thinking an Option C would look really nice on the table right now.
Option A - Reform
Option B - Right-leaning neoliberalist government doing what they think Reform voters want
Thinking an Option C would look really nice on the table right now.
September 16, 2025 at 5:18 PM
So . . .
Option A - Reform
Option B - Right-leaning neoliberalist government doing what they think Reform voters want
Thinking an Option C would look really nice on the table right now.
Option A - Reform
Option B - Right-leaning neoliberalist government doing what they think Reform voters want
Thinking an Option C would look really nice on the table right now.
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[me, a journalist who spends all day every day on a social media app where the discovery algorithm is personally controlled by its owner, captain birdseye] you know, a lot of people are talking about fish fingers, we should probably cover that
September 16, 2025 at 7:25 AM
[me, a journalist who spends all day every day on a social media app where the discovery algorithm is personally controlled by its owner, captain birdseye] you know, a lot of people are talking about fish fingers, we should probably cover that
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Channel 4 to mark Trump's state visit by dissecting more than 100 of his lies, in what the channel describes as “the longest uninterrupted reel of untruths, falsehoods and distortions ever broadcast on television”.
Channel 4 to mark Trump’s UK visit with ‘longest uninterrupted reel of untruths’
Broadcaster to dedicate Wednesday night schedule to unpicking US president’s false or misleading statements
www.theguardian.com
September 15, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Channel 4 to mark Trump's state visit by dissecting more than 100 of his lies, in what the channel describes as “the longest uninterrupted reel of untruths, falsehoods and distortions ever broadcast on television”.