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Parliamentary Shadowing Scheme 2017

Isabel Jones gets an insight into how the Scottish government works while shadowing Roseanna Cunningham

Possible futures for UK agriculture post-Brexit

A workshop held by the Agricultural Ecology SIG considered farming post-Brexit

The importance of Ecology Across Borders

A joint statement from ecological societies on the value of cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Making ‘green Brexit’ work for agriculture and the environment

Post-Brexit policy should carry out a root-and-branch reform to better address the specific needs of the UK’s farming and food sectors whilst protecting the countryside.

Glimmers of hope for the oceans

Dr Sylvia Earle outlined her hopes for the future of the ocean at the NHM

Bridging the science-policy interface in Wales

Inaugural meeting of the BES Wales Policy Group

Climate change impacts human health

Dr Samuel Myers outlined devastating impacts of climate change on human health

Natural Capital Committee sets ambitious goals for Environment Plan

The Natural Capital Committee has provided advice on the Government's 25 Year Environment Plan

Press Release: A prioritised list of invasive alien species threatening the UK’s environment

More species urgently need to be considered for inclusion on the EU’s ‘List of Invasive Alien Species of Union Concern’.

2017 Parliamentary Shadowing scheme open for applications

Apply now for an opportunity to spend up to three days in the European Parliament.

Windows of opportunity to influence policy: four tips to improve the uptake of scientific knowledge

David Christian Rose explores how to make the most of policy windows to promote evidence-informed environmental policy.

House of Lords examines the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act: have your say

Contribute to our response to the House of Lords Select Committee on the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act.

Making the Repeal Bill an environmental success

The Repeal Bill will play a major role in shaping the environmental outcomes of Brexit. How can the Government ensure it is a success?

Parliamentary Links Day: Bringing scientists and parliamentarians together

British Ecological Society's key highlights from Parliamentary Links Day 2017

From Cornwall to ZSL London for a day on how to engage with Parliament

Dr Thais Martins highlights the key lessons learnt from the BES / ZSL Engaging with Parliament and Responding to Inquiries Training workshop.