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Trust welcomes news HS2 work will not take place in spring
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has welcomed news that work to clear an ancient woodland near Lichfield will not begin this spring – a vital time for wildlife – following a review by HS2 Ltd.
Bad news for bees: Government reverses ban on bee-killing neonicotinoids
The Government has bowed to pressure from the National Farmers Union and agreed to authorise the use of the highly damaging neonicotinoid thiamethoxam for the treatment of sugar beet seed in 2021…
Biodiversity Net Gain advice for developers
Have questions about Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) in Staffordshire? This page contains information on BNG for developers and ecologists employed by developers. Staffordshire Wildlife Trust can guide you through the full BNG process.
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Keep up to date with the latest stories, research, projects and challenges as we work to tackle the climate and nature crisis.
Wildlife Trusts Join Forces to Boost Nature Recovery in the Peak District
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is proud to announce a pioneering partnership with neighbouring Cheshire Wildlife Trust, marking a major milestone in nature recovery and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)…
Biodiversity Net Gain marks new era for nature positive development
From Monday 12th February, a new era for nature positive development begins when Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) will become mandatory for major developments in England.
Biodiversity Net Gain in Practice Event Showcases Habitat Bank Delivery at Chillington Estate
With Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) transforming how nature recovery is delivered across England, practitioners, landowners and conservation organisations recently gathered at Chillington Estate in…
Biodiversity Net Gain changes put nature at risk
The Government is asking for public views on proposals to remove BNG requirements for small sites — minor, medium and brownfield - which make up most developments. It significantly undermines…
Biodiversity Net Gain - what's changing and why it matters for nature
Following public consultation, the Government has recently announced changes to the rules that require developments to leave nature in a better state (at least a 10% uplift in their biodiversity…
Biodiversity Net Gain for landowners and farmers
Biodiversity Net Gain provides landowners and farmers with an opportunity to generate income from land while supporting nature. If you are looking to diversify your income, get a return on less productive areas of land or increase the wildlife on your land then BNG could be for you.
Introducing Biodiversity Net Gain
The Trust is pulling out all the stops to get ready for a new piece of legislation which is coming into force in January 2024. Called Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), the legislation was introduced in…