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Natural England (@naturalengland) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The first of its kind in West Yorkshire. A stone’s throw from people’s homes, the new Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve will bridge the gap between the city of Bradford and the countryside. gov.uk/government/new… Bradford Council Bradford 2025

Natural England (@naturalengland) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Beware of wildfires. ⚠️ Areas of England are facing the driest spring in 69 years. These conditions mean there is a high risk that wildfires can ignite and spread. If you see a fire unattended, get to a safe place and call 999. 📷 Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service #UKWildfires #CountrysideCode

Beware of wildfires. ⚠️

Areas of England are facing the driest spring in 69 years. These conditions mean there is a high risk that wildfires can ignite and spread.

If you see a fire unattended, get to a safe place and call 999.

đź“· <a href="/DWFireRescue/">Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service</a> 

#UKWildfires #CountrysideCode
UK Prime Minister (@10downingstreet) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Within just two weeks, we have secured trade deals with India, the US and now the EU. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is delivering for British people, British businesses, and British jobs.

Within just two weeks, we have secured trade deals with India, the US and now the EU.

Prime Minister <a href="/Keir_Starmer/">Keir Starmer</a> is delivering for British people, British businesses, and British jobs.
APHA (@aphagovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This week we’re at the #RHSChelsea Flower Show, chatting to visitors about the #ColoradoBeetle - a major threat to our #potato crops and other leafy plants. Find out about how you can help us keep the pest out of the UK for good! gov.uk/government/new… The RHS #PlantHealth

This week we’re at the #RHSChelsea Flower Show, chatting to visitors about the #ColoradoBeetle - a major threat to our #potato crops and other leafy plants.

Find out about how you can help us keep the pest out of the UK for good!
gov.uk/government/new…
<a href="/The_RHS/">The RHS</a> #PlantHealth
Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

BREAKING: 81 criminal investigations launched into water companies under Government crackdown🚨 Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

APHA (@aphagovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#Poultry & other captive birds in England can now be let outside unless you are in a 3km Protection or Captive Bird Monitoring (Controlled) Zone. The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone remains in place, you must continue to practice strict biosecurity and remain vigilant.

#Poultry &amp; other captive birds in England can now be let outside unless you are in a 3km Protection or Captive Bird Monitoring (Controlled) Zone. The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone remains in place, you must continue to practice strict biosecurity and remain vigilant.
Cabinet Office (@cabinetofficeuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Minister for EU Relations Nick Thomas-Symonds visited M&S hearing why the UK/EU food and drink SPS deal is a 'major step forward' for businesses and households around the UK 🇬🇧

Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

New zoo standards will ensure UK zoos remain global leaders. Ambitious animal welfare reforms will build an even stronger, even more compassionate future for zoos, aquariums and the animals they protect. See the standards in action at Chester Zoo gov.uk/government/new…

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BREAKING: Government to seize planning process to build first major reservoirs in 30 years. They will supply water to 750,000 homes and unlock the building of tens of thousands more. gov.uk/government/new…

BREAKING: Government to seize planning process to build first major reservoirs in 30 years.
 
They will supply water to 750,000 homes and unlock the building of tens of thousands more.

gov.uk/government/new…
RPA (@ruralpay) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) opens today, with grants of up to £25,000 for farmers. Worcestershire farm Colin J Collins Ltd gained new equipment to boost their efficiency. Find out more on today's Defra Farming Blog post: defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2025/05/29/far…

Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Taking decisive action. From 1 June, the sale and supply of single-use vapes will be illegal. This will stop the flood of litter onto the nation’s streets and and build a more circular economy. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

UK at the UN 🇬🇧🇺🇳 (@ukun_newyork) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On Oceans Day, Ambassador Ambassador Barbara Woodward talks about joining United Nations Patron of the Oceans, Lewis Pugh, on his record-breaking swim around Martha’s Vineyard. Next week, the UK heads to the United Nations Ocean Conference #UNOC3 in Nice, working with partners to protect and restore our ocean.

Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Ahead of attending the United Nations Oceans Conference, Steve Reed MP had the pleasure of meeting Sir David Attenborough at a screening of his new film about ocean protection. A true national treasure who has opened our eyes to the wonders of the natural world for generations.

Ahead of attending the United Nations Oceans Conference, <a href="/SteveReedMP/">Steve Reed MP</a> had the pleasure of meeting Sir David Attenborough at a screening of his new film about ocean protection.

A true national treasure who has opened our eyes to the wonders of the natural world for generations.
Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Bottom trawling is damaging our marine wildlife and habitats. Without urgent action, our oceans will be irreversibly destroyed. The Government proposes to extend ban on destructive bottom trawling: gov.uk/government/new…

Bottom trawling is damaging our marine wildlife and habitats.

Without urgent action, our oceans will be irreversibly destroyed.

The Government proposes to extend ban on destructive bottom trawling: gov.uk/government/new…
Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Farmers to get fairer deals for combinable crops 🌾 A new review aims to support more profitable arrangements for British growers. Whilst visiting Cornwall last week, Steve Reed MP discussed these vital changes, and the future of farming. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Farmers to get fairer deals for combinable crops 🌾

A new review aims to support more profitable arrangements for British growers.

Whilst visiting Cornwall last week, <a href="/SteveReedMP/">Steve Reed MP</a> discussed these vital changes, and the future of farming.

Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…
Defra UK (@defragovuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We’re getting surplus food onto the nation’s plates. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new… #FoodSurplus #CircularEconomy

HM Treasury (@hmtreasury) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A Spending Review that invests in Britain's renewal. âś… A record cash investment in our NHS âś… Free School Meals to lift 100,000 kids out of poverty âś… Defence spending to rise to 2.6% of GDP by April 2027 to protect us in a changing world Click the video to find out more.

Cabinet Office (@cabinetofficeuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

HM The King's Birthday Honours List has been published. Congratulations to the 1215 recipients being honoured. Read the full list here: gov.uk/government/col…

HM The King's Birthday Honours List has been published. Congratulations to the 1215 recipients being honoured.  Read the full list here: gov.uk/government/col…