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Together, we can unlock growth, scale up nature recovery, and strengthen national security.
Our new strategy marks a shift in how we work: from regulator to partner and enabler.
Read how: gov.uk/government/news/natur…
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🌿 Natural England is at #NHSConfedExpo joining a breakfast Health & Nature Walk with @CyanLines, exploring how the NHS can embed nature in plans & places. CyanLines connects 100 miles of green & blue space, bringing nature into everyday urban life. #CyanLines #NHS #CityOfTrees
ALT A rainy breakfast Health & Nature walk at NHSConfedExpo. Lead facilitators: Claire Igoe, Associate Director of Sustainability and Estates, NHS Greater Manchester Steve Connor, Programme Director, CyanLines Dave Bell, Health & Environment Principal Officer, Natural England Jessica Thompson, CEO, City of Trees
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False claims are circulating about Natural England's role on Dartmoor ponies.
Dartmoor ponies are part of the cultural and ecological identity of Dartmoor. We have not recommended a cull.
Read our blog for our role and position: naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2…
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Cheltenham Escarpment is England's newest National Nature Reserve. 🎉
The site’s extraordinary Jurassic geology supports nationally important limestone grassland, wildflowers like common rock rose and 33 butterfly species including rare Duke of Burgundy.
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Another shining example of food production and nature recovery working side by side.🌾
Our Chair @TonyJuniper recently visited Codicote Bottom Farm to see @JordansCereals Farm Partnership in action - where farmers are dedicating almost 30% of their farmed land to wildlife. ⬇️
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Today we celebrate the declaration of Mid Cornwall Moors National Nature Reserve. 🌿🎉
Over 1,100 hectares of moorland, rare wildlife such as the elusive willow tit and thousands of years of Cornish heritage.
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Farmers, advisors and partners coming together for nature.🌱
@TonyJuniper met with @nfusouth and local farmers in Dorset recently to discuss how nature-friendly farming can support food security, water resilience and thriving landscapes for future generations. ⬇️
#NFFWeek2026
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Clean energy doesn't have to come at nature's expense. ☀️
Recently, @TonyJuniper joined Lee, Head of Nature at NextEnergy Capital's Langenhoe Solar Farm in Essex to see how solar development and nature recovery are thriving together. ⬇️
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From white storks to beavers to white-tailed eagles - Natural England Chair @TonyJuniper on @BBCr4today on the joy of bringing species back.
Full interview here from 2.53.45 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002w5…
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Britain's largest bird of prey is returning.🦅
We've approved a new licence to release white-tailed eagles in Exmoor National Park. This builds on the existing Isle of Wight programme led by @forestryengland and @RoyDennisWF.
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Recent reporting contains several inaccuracies around Natural England's role on Hinkley Point C.
There has been no refusal, no ultimatum and no attempt to halt the project.
Read how we're working with EDF to resolve outstanding issues: naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2…
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Did you catch Countryfile on Sunday? Our @NaturalEngland species ecologist Dr Carlos Bedson took presenter Charlotte Smith out onto Bleaklow moorland in the Peak District to survey England's only mountain hare population.🐇
ALT BBC Countryfile presenter Charlotte Smith and Natural England species ecologist Dr Carlos Bedson stood in front of a moorland landscape. Carlos is pointing to something in the distance.
ALT A mountain hare with a mottled brown and white coat sits in dense heather. Its ears are perked up, blending with the earthy tones of the background.
ALT Dr Carlos Bedson using binoculars against a pale blue sky.
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Ever wondered what @NaturalEngland does?
I was pleased to record this podcast with the Civil Service Climate & Environment Network, answering questions about our work, why we do it & the context.
open.spotify.com/episode/4Jc…
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Read the full strategy and find out more on our blog:
naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2…
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This funding marks an exciting moment in restoring nature.
We look forward to seeing these magnificent birds return to England.
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Golden eagles are coming back to England 🦅
Environment Secretary @EmmaforWycombe has approved an additional £1m of funding to explore a reintroduction programme for one of our most iconic birds.
Read more: gov.uk/government/news/iconi…
🎥: Restoring Upland Nature
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Exciting news for some of our precious species!
There are some brilliant conservation stories behind these projects, including the red-billed chough which has gone from persecution as a pest to being on the path to recovery.
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England's wildlife is coming back. 🌿
From choughs returning to our skies, to a rare diamond backed spider, a glutinous snail, Eurasian oyster catcher and the turtle dove - nature is recovering across the country.
Find out more here: gov.uk/government/news/threa…
ALT Map of England with highlighted regions and labeled species: Diamond-Backed Spider in Nottinghamshire, Eurasian Oystercatcher in Norfolk, Turtle Dove in Essex, Red-Billed Chough in Kent, and Glutinous Snail in Dorset. Text reads "Wild Again: Restoring England's Wildlife. First five species set to benefit from the largest ever government funding for threatened species."
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One of England’s most treasured landscapes. 💚
Our Chief Executive, @MarianSpain, and @DefraGovUK's Minister for Nature, Mary Creagh MP, explain why the designation of Seven Sisters as a National Nature Reserve marks a milestone for nature recovery in England. ⬇️
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Every native species we save strengthens the web of life that supports us all.💚
This extraordinary new investment in the Species Recovery Programme means restoring more thriving ecosystems at scale for a healthier, more resilient future for people and nature.
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📣 We’re protecting some of our most threatened native wildlife from extinction.
£60m will be invested over the next three years into conservation projects including habitat restoration, research and species reintroduction.
Read more: gov.uk/government/news/large…
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A remarkable find at Kingley Vale NNR 🍄
The blue-based earthtongue has been recorded in the UK for the first time and only the second time in Europe! Discovered by amateur #fungi enthusiast, Liz Frost. Read more in our latest blog: 👉 naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2…
📸: Liz Frost
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🌱 Happy #SocialPrescribingDay! 🌱
What if nature was part of healthcare?
Green social prescribing connects people to nature, improving mental & physical health.
Watch Dr William Bird explain more 👇 #GreenSocialPrescribing youtube.com/watch?v=l8k6vWze…
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The Coast to Coast Path is England’s newest National Trail. 🎉
Spanning three National Parks from the #LakeDistrict to #NorthYorkshire, National Trail status will give even more people the chance to explore this 190-mile iconic route.
gov.uk/government/news/wainw…
#CoastToCoast
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