Study identifies best visits to “blue” nature spots for wellbeing boost
A new study has identified what factors give the biggest wellbeing boost when visiting nature spots near water. The research...
Environment
Beavers in Wales, what do YOU think?
People across Wales are being asked their views on the potential reintroduction of beavers in the wild. A team of...
Report outlines steps needed for UK manufacturing to prepare for digital future
A major new report seeks to future-proof the UK’s manufacturing sector with five key recommendations on how best to adapt...
Cohesion and connection drop in ageing population
Social cohesion and connection decline in an ageing population, according to a new study of one of humanity’s closest relatives....
Survey takes to the skies over Cornwall
A sophisticated aerial survey to map the geology, natural resources and environment of Cornwall is due to take to the...
Hazel dormice should be classified as ‘endangered’, according to new research
New research has highlighted issues about how the conservation status of different species is classified, and suggests the focus should...
Whale warning as clock ticks towards deep-sea mining
Seabed mining could soon begin in the deep ocean – but the potential impact on animals including whales is unknown,...
Hen harrier row could unlock other conservation conflicts
The long-running row over Britain’s hen harriers could offer lessons for other conservation conflicts, new research shows. Hen harriers’ prey...
New damselfly sharing habitat with UK natives
A damselfly species that came to the UK from Europe poses a minimal risk to native damselflies and dragonflies, new...