Great session Groundswell on #naturalcapital brilliantly chaired by Richard Benyon

It’s been an absolute honour to serve as a Minister in Defra UK (twice) and in Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office . My sincere thanks to the wonderful officials in both departments and their agencies. I wish the new teams of ministers well. They will be well supported

If you do nothing else today except read Giles Coren in today’s The Times and The Sunday Times re the Olympics, your day will be fulfilled

From the Southern and Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific and Indian Ocean, the #MPAs in the #UKOTs create a global network of spaces benefiting people, biodiversity and the climate. This #MPADay we’re celebrating the #MPAs in the #UKOTs that are part of the Blue Belt Programme👏

Longline fishing causes huge bycatch of rays, dolphins, seabirds, sharks. It will damage Maldives tourism and pole&line tuna brands, which are based on sustainability.

My much loved and much missed uncle

🎉 Just released: Blue Belt Programme Annual Update 2023/24! 🌊 We highlight the incredible achievements and impact of the #UKOTs in protecting and sustainably managing over 4.4 million km² of marine environment. 🌍🐟 ▶️ Be inspired, read more: bit.ly/3AVkEwA

Researchers at University of Exeter have found that prescribing nature can help to improve mental health. 🍃 We work with social prescribers in local GP practices and provide public access areas, often used by local Walking for Health groups. Learn more: bit.ly/3NmFp7c

Anyone know what these are called?

Incredibly proud of our new office. It respects the industrial past of the building but is a modern office space AND to the highest eco standards

I wondered what had happened to Graham. He was my company commander in Northern Ireland in early 80s. A great man

Enhanced Marine Protected Area Measures – Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands gov.gs/enhanced-marin…

This is the most beautifully made, powerfully delivered message by one of the greatest communicators of our age. I was utterly spellbound

Yesterday evening we joined communities across the country to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. A beacon at the top of the Deer Park was lit to represent the ‘light of peace’ that emerged from the dreadful darkness of war & we remembered those who fought for our freedom.

Englefield House garden is open today in aid of the amazing Home Start West Berkshire, 10-5, coffee, tea and cakes, stalls and a great view. Garden looking its best! RG75EN Englefield Estate #HomeStart

So many thanks to all the Englefield team and all volunteers. Huge success and something the children will remember

#heritagelive at ⁦Englefield Estate⁩. Four wonderful days coming to an end with the Beach Boys this evening

⁦Jon Bolton⁩ is the most insanely talented drummer alive. Wonderful evening with ⁦The Beach Boys⁩ at ⁦Englefield Estate⁩

The legend Gabe Brown author of Dirt to Soil came to ⁦talk about #regenerativeagriculture at ⁦Englefield Estate⁩ with colleagues from ⁦Regenified™⁩. Totally inspiring