An ecological report, or ecological appraisal, is an essential part of any planning application. The planning authorities have a statutory duty to look at the impact your application will have on biodiversity when they’re deciding whether or not to approve…

There has been coverage in the Telegraph, Times, Independent, Yorkshire Post and Sky News of a speech by Sir James Bevan on why net zero alone won’t save our planet, urging greater action on climate adaptation. In the speech at the Whitehall and Industry Group’s Net…

Time to Search for the Great Crested Newt – Warts and All! : While the phrase ‘native British creatures’ often conjures up images of cute hedgehogs, beautiful red squirrels or regal deer, their warty-looking friend, the Great Crested Newt, needs…

Bats species, and their breeding sites and resting places, are protected by law across the UK and Europe, so if you’re planning to do any works you need to find out what species and how many bats are around before…

What is Environment Permitting? : If you’re taking part in any activity which could pollute the air, water or land, increase a flood risk, or adversely affect land drainage, you may need an environmental permit. They’re issued through the Environment…