30% conservation plan ‘insufficient’ to protect large ocean species
Plans to protect 30% of the ocean are “insufficient” for conservation of large ocean animals, according to new research. The...
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Top scientists call for permanent ban on high seas exploitation
Extractive activity in international waters - including fishing, seabed mining, and oil and gas exploitation - should be banned forever,...
New crucial guidance to empower nations to develop legal positions on cyber operations
Crucial guidance to empower countries to develop or review their position on international law and cyber activities has been unveiled....
Protecting submarine cables from hostile threats requires a more proactive approach, expert warns
The United Kingdom must take a more proactive approach to protect critical maritime infrastructure from hostile action, an expert has...
Innovative new eel pass designs offer hope for critically endangered species
A new type of eel pass that uses natural gravel substrate rather than existing plastic alternatives has proven to be...
Electric trucks overtaking diesel on lifetime cost
Electric trucks are on course to overtake diesel equivalents on lifetime cost – and smart policies can accelerate this transition,...
Former Chief of the General Staff highlights work of University of Exeter defence experts
General Sir Patrick Sanders, former Chief of the General Staff - the professional head of the British Army - has...
Tackling social exclusion among young people requires a greater focus on group dynamics in schools, study shows
Efforts to reduce social exclusion in schools, such as being left out of a peer group or an activity, need...
Government’s land use changes could threaten agricultural resilience and food security, experts warn
The Government’s proposed new Land Use Framework could threaten agricultural resilience and food security, experts have warned. The reforms could...