Today marks the opening day of COP28, the United Nations Climate Change conference, bringing the international community together to help mitigate and improve climate change impacts. Hosted this … [Read more...] about COP28 – What are the key issues for businesses?
A tough 24 hours for nature (incl. BNG delay)
Nature in the UK has been in the news a lot this week – yesterday, the apparent deliberate vandalism of a sycamore tree on Hadrian's Wall has been the lead-story for many news outlets, and yesterday a … [Read more...] about A tough 24 hours for nature (incl. BNG delay)
Navigating a changing market – key issues for real estate owners and occupiers
The first half of 2023 has already seen some important regulatory milestones for the real estate sector – not least the release of the UK's Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP), changes in the … [Read more...] about Navigating a changing market – key issues for real estate owners and occupiers
Environmental law in 2023 – Key areas to follow
The outcomes of COP27 and the United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP15) saw 2022 close with a number of environmental successes. One of these was the Sharm el-Sheikh Implementation Plan, with a … [Read more...] about Environmental law in 2023 – Key areas to follow
A legal update on the UK’s ban on single-use plastics
Following a Government consultation, which received 53,329 responses, DEFRA has announced a ban on single-use plastics. Of the total respondents, the ban received overwhelming support, with 95% in … [Read more...] about A legal update on the UK’s ban on single-use plastics
Analysis: OEP publishes first 25 Year Environment Plan monitoring report
The Office for Environmental Protection (the "OEP") has published its latest report, Taking stock: protecting, restoring and improving the environment in England, pursuant to its powers under s.29 of … [Read more...] about Analysis: OEP publishes first 25 Year Environment Plan monitoring report