Legislation

Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) confirms official investigation into potential breaches of Water Framework Directive Regulations

Global Witness analysis reveals UK is continuing to import a raft of goods that are directly driving deforestation around the world

New policy paper argues current regulations are failing in 'driving nature recovery or economic growth', as Chancellor promises new push to tackle excessive red tape

Campaigners fear plans to revamp proposed legislation could dilute standards that would have required some new homeowners to switch to greener heating systems

New analysis from Solar Energy UK reveals how more stringent building codes are already leading to a surge in solar installations on new buildings

Greenpeace warns supertrawlers are damaging marine habitats, as it calls on government to act on its commitment to protect 30 per cent of UK waters by 2030

Hotly-anticipated Planning and Infrastructure Bill to be introduced to Parliament on Tuesday setting out sweeping reforms to speed up development of new homes, clean power projects, and EV charging networks

Former Science Minister Lord Willetts appointed to head up new body tasked with accelerating progress in emerging sectors, such as AI and alternative proteins

Study shows air pollution across the capital has fallen by over a quarter in the year since the ULEZ was expanded to encompass Greater London

VIDEO: James Watson, a partner and head of decarbonisation at international law firm Osborne Clarke in the UK, explores how businesses can keep ahead of the rapidly shifting regulatory landscape underpinning the UK's net zero transition