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Throughout 2021, the Lynx to Scotland partners carried out a comprehensive study across the Cairngorms and Argyll, to accurately evaluate the social feasibility of returning lynx…

A new map that shows the extent and distribution of habitats in England has been launched. This probability map, which is freely available to view…

Churches and cathedrals across the country are preparing for the annual “Churches Count on Nature” event – taking place from 4-12 June – the same…

Given that area-based conservation on land and at sea will be a critical component of the UK’s efforts towards addressing the connected climate and ecological…

The UK Department for Education has approved the introduction of a new GCSE in Natural History. Natural History could be taught to 14 -16 years…

Are you aged 16-25?  Do you spend your free time immersed in the natural world?   Have you ever wondered if this hobby or love…

We are excited to share with you the National Biodiversity Network Trust’s (NBN Trust’s) new five-year strategy – “Making data work for nature” – which…

View Network News – April 2022. In this issue: New NBN Atlas Developer Darwin Tree of Life – chance to participate Field Studies Council –…

Over 2,000 plants and animals have been introduced to Great Britain from all over the world. Most of these non-native species are harmless, indeed the…

The NBN Trust is delighted to partner with Wild Streets on an exciting new project to put biodiversity data at the heart of urban greening. Wild…

The Government Office for Science is interested in developing better routes for science and engineering expertise into government policymaking, and is working to identify and…

Defra has opened round two of the Local Authority Treescapes Fund (LATF) to increase tree planting and natural regeneration in non-woodland areas. The fund is…

We are seeking nominations for Honorary Membership of the National Biodiversity Network Trust. Do you know someone who you think should receive this accolade? Honorary…

Written by Dylan Byrne, FSC, Youth Engagement Officer Are you 16-25 and want to be a voice for others in environmental education?  If so, you…

Darwin Tree of Life (DToL) is a world leading genomics research partnership between groups such as Kew Gardens, the Natural History Museum in London and…

View Network News – March 2022. In this issue: Coleopterists Society of Britain and Ireland launched Data support for environmental charities Pollinator citizen science survey…

The State of Britain’s Hedgehogs 2022 report reveals hedgehogs have declined by between 30% – 75% across different areas of the countryside since 2000. The largest declines are…

Sharing public sector data can improve public services, facilitate research and innovation, and inform policymaking. However, public sector bodies face challenges when sharing data, both…

Farmers and landowners can apply for funding to support projects that will restore nature, reduce flood risks and boost biodiversity, as the first round of…

The  Alan Turing Institute is committed to tackling climate change and its impacts through the power of data science and artificial intelligence. Data Study Groups (DSGs)…