The government has relaunched the Net Zero Council, bringing together a broader range of voices to deepen the partnership between government, the private sector, civil society and local authorities, to support plans to accelerate to net zero across the economy. The Council will act as the primary stakeholder forum supportingContinue Reading
The UK and Australia will reinforce their economic and defence partnership and bolster co-operation on shared global challenges at an annual ministerial meeting – known as AUKMIN – today (16 December). The Foreign Secretary and the Defence Secretary will host Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister RichardContinue Reading
As we approach the end of 2024 and the festive season, we want to take a moment to thank each of you – security operatives, industry leaders, and membership associations – for your unwavering dedication to keeping people safe. This time of year is especially demanding for many of you,Continue Reading
An end to the cruel trade in puppy smuggling has moved closer today (Friday 29th November) following the announcement of Government support for a new Private Members’ Bill. This Bill delivers on a manifesto commitment to crack-down on puppy smuggling by closing loopholes exploited by unscrupulous commercial traders. It willContinue Reading
Detection dogs have been used in the UK to successfully identify tree disease helping track down the deadly tree pathogen Phytophthora ramorum. In collaboration with the UK’s Forest Research, Canine Assisted Pest Eradication successfully trained Ivor, a cocker spaniel x labrador, aged 6, to identify the highly destructive pathogen. ThisContinue Reading
Last week, heavy rainfall brought by Storm Bert saw significant river and surface water flooding across much of England. Following Storm Bert, Storm Conall caused localised flooding impacts in the South and East of the country. As of 11am on Tuesday, there are 10 flood warnings, showing flooding is expected,Continue Reading
Latest situation Take action to prevent bird flu and stop it spreading. Be vigilant for signs of disease and report it to keep your birds safe. 10 December 2024 Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry at a premises near Dereham, Mid Norfolk, Norfolk (AIV 2024/05). All poultryContinue Reading
