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.
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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…
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Scots pine
The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…
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More space for wildlife in Staffordshire Moorlands thanks to generous donations
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust are starting 2023 with exciting news after successfully raising funds to expand Gun Moor Nature Reserve.
Start of clinical trials of cattle vaccine for bTB step in right direction but needless culling of badgers needs to stop
Last week's news of the start of clinical trials of a cattle vaccine and skin test for bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in cattle appears to be a step in the right direction.
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Stay of execution for bees in 2021
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust says this week’s announcement that a banned neonicotinoid willnot be used on sugar beet is good news – but does not halt the risk to wildlifein future years.
Staffordshire celebrates new spider species
Autumn brings with it Halloween, which has long been associated with spiders and their spooky but wondrous webs. A fitting time of year to share some exciting spider related news.
New wave of protection for the sea announced today
The Wildlife Trusts call for effective management of 41 new Marine Conservation Zones.
Today The Wildlife Trusts welcome the news that the Government is
designating a third phase of…
How to use less plastic
Plastic waste and its damaging effect on our seas and natural world has been big news recently. Here's what you can you do about it.