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02 Sep 2020

Climate, this why it’s an emergency Only 1 in 10 energy utility firms are prioritising renewables – Nature study of 3000 companies

Guardian article; Only one in 10 utility firms prioritise renewable electricity – global study Nature Paper: Only one in 10 utility firms prioritise renewable electricity The penetration of low-carbon technologies in power generation has challenged fossil-fuel-focused electric utilities. While the extant, predominantly qualitative, literature highlights diversification into renewables among possible adaptation strategies, comprehensive quantitative understanding […]

19 Aug 2020

Legally binding targets to help “build back greener” – George Eustice, Defra

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Legally binding targets to help “build back greener” The Government sets out how it will underpin key environmental commitments with legally binding targets, including for air quality, water, waste and biodiversity. Defra – Published 19 August 2020 Also See current update on the Environment Bill The targets we set under our landmark Environment Bill will […]

14 Jul 2020

Fisheries: All Party Parliamentary Committee Group (APPG) on Fisheries – Update

Marine News

Bob Earll Routinely we promote a wide range of newsletters which cover marine and coastal issues. This monthly APPG update on fisheries is a must for any of you who are interested in fisheries. Welcome to the APPG on Fisheries newsletter. Through regular updates, we aim to keep you informed of policy developments, Parliamentary announcements […]

07 Jul 2020

The Fisheries Bill – The Defra take on progress as the Bill returns to the Commons

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Defra – Five key points on the Fisheries Bill – this time via Facebook ‘We will also extend the MMO’s powers to allow them to provide advice and assistance on sustainable fisheries, marine planning, licensing and conservation beyond UK waters to support the delivery of the Blue Belt programme.’ The Defra take on progress so […]

30 Jun 2020

Fisheries Bill developments – Government agree that the right to fish should be in public ownership

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Fisheries Bill – Parliament This link will take you to the current state of play with the Fisheries Bill including the reports of debates and videos. Government recognises public ownership of the right to fish In a breakthrough moment in the UK Fisheries Bill proceedings, the Government has made a serious announcement on the ownership […]

23 Jun 2020

The Fisheries Bill has resumed its passage through Parliament – catch up on progress

Marine News

The Fisheries Bill has resumed its passage through Parliament in the House of Lords. (June 22nd) The MCS blog (below) makes the case for cameras on fishing boats – it reminded me that WWF produced a report on this in 2017 – click here to read this Five reasons why cameras on boats can help […]

12 May 2020

Fisheries Bill Update – MCS Blog by Alice Watson

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MCS Alice Watson, public affairs assistant at the Marine Conservation Society, discusses the Fisheries Bill and its key provisions. What is the history of the Bill? The Fisheries Bill will be the UK’s first domestic fisheries legislation in over 40 years. Upon leaving the EU, the UK will become an independent coastal state in charge […]

18 Mar 2020

Building on Flood plains: Minister announces a review

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Robert Jenrick, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Hansard ‘I would like to make a statement expanding on the housing measures set out in yesterday’s Budget. I have deposited a document in the Library setting out our vision for the future of the planning system. A new planning Bill announced … a […]