Defra, Natural England, seek your newt experiences

The great crested newt has found itself at the centre of a political battlefield over how to preserve nature and deliver homes. Now, and until May 22 2026, Defra and Natural England, with the help of LUC and ICF, are looking to talk to developers and construction contractors about their experiences of how the amphibians are protected.

Natural England chair and strategic director on balancing development with nature recovery

The duality of the built environment and the natural world is becoming more important as we are now realising the necessity for both to coalesce to provide what future society needs. The post Natural England chair and strategic director on balancing development with nature recovery appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Natural England go-ahead for nutrients scheme

Natural England has approved the Stodmarsh stream enhancement scheme under the Habitats Regulations, enabling nutrient neutrality credits that will allow for the development of thousands of homes around Ashford in Kent.

Defra commits £100m to speed up sustainable planning decisions

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will also publish new guidance, giving Natural England and the Environment Agency mandates to “prioritise outcomes over process”. The post Defra commits £100m to speed up sustainable planning decisions appeared first on Property Week.

Jacobs wins contract to coordinate England’s largest-ever ecosystem survey

Jacobs has been appointed by Natural England and the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) to coordinate and deliver fieldwork for the England Ecosystem Survey. The post Jacobs wins contract to coordinate England’s largest-ever ecosystem survey appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

IStructE - Biodversity, 28102022

Our biodiversity is in rapid decline. The Environment Act 2021 has introduced a mandatory requirement ot achieve 'Biodiversity Net Gain' on our projects; where projects enhance and do more good (than damage) to the local habitat. Dr Julia Baker highlights 3 key actions that Project Managers and Engineers should consider