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We've welcomed our full ministerial team to Defra 👇
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We are experiencing technical issues affecting our email and contact form services. Please call: 📞 APHA England: 03000 200 301 📞 APHA Scotland: 03000 600 704 📞 APHA Wales: 03003 038 268 We apologise for any inconvenience and will provide an update once services are restored.
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We’re stepping in to save pubs hundreds of pounds a year by slashing unfair double charges for glass recycling. Cutting costs for pubs, restaurants and hospitality businesses when buying direct from producers. Find out more: gov.uk/government/news/gover…
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Over £10 million in bonuses for water bosses blocked since June 2025. Water company bosses must not be rewarded for failing the public. That’s why we will begin a wide-ranging review of water boss pay and bonus ban loopholes. gov.uk/government/news/water…
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Bevy levy scrapped. Saving pubs £870 a year by ending unfair double charges for glass recycling and cutting costs for restaurants, pubs and hospitality businesses. Find out more gov.uk/government/news/gover…
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The clean-up has begun. Over 18,000 tonnes of waste will be removed from the Bolton House Road, with work expected to be completed by Spring 2027. Read more: gov.uk/government/news/major…
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. #RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
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Watch live coverage of the Remembrance Sunday 2026 service from the Cenotaph, London. youtube.com/live/tHg6ohq6Qhs…
Remembrance Sunday 2026 | Full Cenotaph Service & March Past

Remembrance Sunday 2026 | Full Cenotaph Service & March Past

Coverage of the Remembrance Sunday 2026 service from the Cenotaph i...

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Today, on #RemembranceSunday, we remember all those who served and died for our country. From past generations to those who wear the uniform today, we honour their courage, dedication and service. We will remember them. #LestWeForget
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Our new deal with the EU will put the UK’s food and drink producers back in business with Europe. Backing British jobs and business all the way 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 🇬🇧
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We are moving to a TB-free England. Our new bovine TB strategy will help protect farmers and their livestock, bringing together expertise from across the country to tackle the disease. Read more: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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We’re giving communities more say over their local water system. Across 8 new regional water councils, local leaders, customers and businesses will set the priorities for their region, helping shape billions of pounds of investment in water and flood infrastructure.
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From British willow to cricket grounds across India. 🏏 The UK-India trade deal will phase out tariffs on cricket bats over the next five years, creating new opportunities for UK bat makers and the farmers growing the British willow behind them.
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From today, children under 12 must not be left unsupervised near banned breed dogs in the home. Swipe for the detail and read our guidance below. gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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The future of the Rothbury Estate has now been secured. We are delighted to have helped fund this campaign - one of England's biggest ever land purchases for nature recovery. A fantastic achievement by @WildlifeTrusts and thousands of supporters. wildlifetrusts.org/news/futu…
Future of The Rothbury Estate secured for nature and the nation as The Wildlife Trusts complete...

Future of The Rothbury Estate secured for nature and the nation as The Wildlife Trusts complete...

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This year saw one of the most devastating wildfire seasons on record. We're ramping up action across government to protect communities, homes and nature.
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The 2026 Budget is delivering for the countryside, food security and economic growth.
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We’re stepping up scrutiny of underperforming water companies. Today’s joint regulator report marks a significant step towards a more integrated, joined-up approach to water regulation, as part of our wider water reforms. Here’s the action we’re taking: gov.uk/government/news/envir…
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This Budget includes a strong package for the countryside, food security and economic growth: We're cutting fertiliser and food costs, making it cheaper to clear illegal waste sites, extending red diesel relief and reviewing tax relief for agricultural infrastructure
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The 2026 Budget is here. Supporting families. Backing businesses. Investing in Britain's future. Strengthening our security. Read the Budget in full. gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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What is COP17, and why should you care? Nature Minister Jenny Riddell-Carpenter MP explains. Protecting nature means safeguarding our security, resilience and future.
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The government is funding one of England's biggest land purchases for nature. £1.94 million to secure the future of The Rothbury Estate in Northumberland. @WildlifeTrusts will manage the estate for nature recovery. Learn more: wildlifetrusts.org/news/uk-g…
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