Defra  ‘Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Michael Gove, has reappointed Emma Howard Boyd as Chair of the Environment Agency.  In confirming the reappointment, Secretary of State Michael Gove said:  I am grateful for Emma’s strong leadership and achievements over her first term. She has played a crucial part in the Environment Agency’s vital work safeguarding our environment. I look forward to her continuing to enable delivery of our 25 Year Environment Plan which will leave the environment in a better state for future generations. Click here to read more

Environment Secretary Michael Gove has today confirmed Tony Juniper CBE as the new Chair of Natural England. Environment Secretary Michael Gove said:  Tony will bring great experience and passion to Natural England from a career dedicated to conservation from his role at WWF to advising the Prince of Wales. Natural England has a key part to play in the government’s 25 year plan for the environment and ensuring we can protect nature for future generations. That is why I am looking forward to working with Tony as he leads the organisation and ensures Natural England can continue delivering the government’s environmental priorities. Click here to read more