The work to clean up our rivers, lakes and seas has begun. Our #WaterBill is progressing with its second reading in the House Of Lords today.
About us
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is the UK government department responsible for policy and regulations on environmental, food and rural issues. We are responsible for policy and regulations on: - the natural environment, biodiversity, plants and animals - sustainable development and the green economy - food, farming and fisheries - animal health and welfare - environmental protection and pollution control - rural communities and issues Although we only work directly in England, we work closely with the devolved administrations in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and we generally lead on negotiations in the EU and internationally. Read more about the Department, including key facts and figures, our priorities and objectives on our website.
- Website
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https://www.gov.uk/defra
External link for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2001
Locations
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Primary
Nobel House
17 Smith Square
London, SW1P 3JR, GB
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Deanery Road
Bristol, Bristol BS1 5AH, GB
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Peasholme Green
York, York YO1 7PX, GB
Employees at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Updates
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Food security is national security. Yesterday Minister Zeichner met with leaders from our great food and farming sectors to discuss the Government’s plans to boost Britain’s food security. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eBWazQaR
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With cases of bluetongue in the UK rising, it’s important farmers and keepers know the signs of the virus in their flocks. Sascha Van Helvoort, Veterinary Head of Outbreak Delivery for the Animal and Plant Health Agency, explains some of the clinical signs to look out for in sheep. ⬇️ More information about clinical signs can be found here: http://gov.uk/bluetongue
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Join us in using science and analysis to tackle some of today's biggest policy challenges. We’re offering the best and brightest from UK science, research and analysis a short-term experience of working at the policy interface through Defra’s Research and Development Fellowship Programme. ➡️ More info and how to apply https://lnkd.in/ei35vzJb
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Find out about our plans to further secure the health of the UK fishing industry, delivering sustainable fish stocks and growth in coastal communities ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gQxGFn4x These plans include five new draft Fisheries Management Plans, publication of the final mixed flatfish Fisheries Management Plan and a consultation on technical changes to the Joint Fisheries Statement. Together, we will help deliver sustainable fish stocks, supporting the UK fishing industry and delivering growth in coastal communities for generations to come. Stay up to date with future plans by subscribing to our blog. #SustainableFisheries
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With cases of bluetongue in the UK rising, it’s important farmers and keepers know the signs of the virus in their herds. Sascha Van Helvoort, Veterinary Head of Outbreak Delivery for the Animal and Plant Health Agency, explains some of the clinical signs to look out for in cattle. ⬇️ More information about clinical signs can be found here: http://gov.uk/bluetongue
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Minister Zeichner and US Deputy Chief of Mission Matthew Palmer visited G’s Growers last week to see the local benefits of securing access to the US market for British beetroot farmers. This has opened a new market for UK farmers to increase export opportunities and boost our economy. For more information, see the previous announcement https://lnkd.in/ejwZcMyz
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We are facing the triple crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Secretary of State Steve Reed MP met his international counterparts in Brazil to forge new momentum for nature’s recovery. #G20Brazil #Biodiversity #ClimateChange
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With cases of bluetongue virus rising, the government is working hard alongside farmers to protect their flocks and herds. Last week Secretary of State, Steve Reed, met Ian, who had a case confirmed on his farm. Ian explained how Animal and Plant Health Agency surveillance testing flagged the virus, and his advice to other farmers worried about Bluetongue. Keep up to date with the latest situation: www.gov.uk/bluetongue
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Food security is national security. We’ve committed to unlocking precision breeding technologies, like gene editing, to support Britain’s food security and nature’s recovery. These technologies will increase food production, reduce costs to farmers and allow drought and disease resistant crops to be grown. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eU7cAWJh