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Debbie Tann MBE

@debbietann.bsky.social
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CEO Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Nature recovery, rewilding, nature-based solutions, systems change, advocacy & campaigning to reverse the climate & ecological crisis. ENDS Power List 2025. www.hiwwt.org.uk

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David Dunlop @lawt-d.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
www.wildlifetrusts.org/news/polling...
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Polling finds public ambition for nature is double that of Government | The Wildlife Trusts
New polling and evidence from The Wildlife Trusts demonstrates that the public grasp the importance of nature far more than politicians
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
How can governments still be clinging to GDP growth as their overarching goal in the face of ever increasing risk of earth’s critical ecosystems collapsing ? www.pik-potsdam.de/en/news/late...
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Planetary Health Check 2026 finds mounting pressures across Earth’s life support systems
21.09.2026 – Seven breached Planetary Boundaries continue to worsen as record ocean heat, droughts, floods, wildfires and extreme heat reveal an Earth system under strain, according to the latest Plan...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
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Nature didn't start the fire, but it is trying to fight it. | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
As wildfires, extreme heat and drought intensify, blaming rewilding and nature policies is a dangerous distraction. The real answer is to restore the landscapes that hold water, cool places down and h...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
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A landscape under pressure: drought, wildlife and changing climate | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
Drought and climate change are putting the landscape and wildlife under growing pressure. Discover how extreme heat, low river flows, wildfires and flooding threaten chalk streams, freshwater habitats...
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Rewilding Britain @rewildingbritain.org.uk · 21/08/2026
We must Rewild to Recover 🌱 We're demanding urgent action: the UK Government must take rewilding seriously and restore nature to keep our towns, farms and families safe from extreme weather. Add your name to our open letter today👇 1/2 Image: Mark Hamblin/scotlandthebigpicture.com
Aerial view of green woodland beside scorched land with message urging UK government to rewild after extreme weather.
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Chris Packham @chrisgpackham.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Wildfires touching every part of the UK . The first year on record to see three separate days where temperatures reached the 37C threshold . We need a National Emergency Briefing now . petition.parliament.uk/petitions/767687
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Hampshire @hampshireuk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
‘Apocalyptic’ aftermath captured as crews work reopen A31 #Hampshire
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‘Apocalyptic’ aftermath captured as crews work reopen A31
Drone footage shows crews working to reopen the “apocalyptic” A31 after a wildfire in the New Forest
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sandrablan.bsky.social @sandrablan.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Excellent article. Let's hope @andyburnham.bsky.social acts on it.
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The new PM has coined the phrase ‘Good Growth’ as he unveils his plans for Devolution across England. Read my thoughts on how we can make this work for nature, climate and communities. www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...
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Devolution is moving fast. Now we must make "Good Growth" work for nature, climate and communities. | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 is firmly embedded in law, the Hampshire and Solent Combined County Authority is up and running, local government reorganisation is underway, ...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The new PM has coined the phrase ‘Good Growth’ as he unveils his plans for Devolution across England. Read my thoughts on how we can make this work for nature, climate and communities. www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...
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Devolution is moving fast. Now we must make "Good Growth" work for nature, climate and communities. | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 is firmly embedded in law, the Hampshire and Solent Combined County Authority is up and running, local government reorganisation is underway, ...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Please consider signing this petition for the next prime minister. c.org/5SMh2JmqGs
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Urgent reset for our next Prime Minister: four asks for people and nature
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Brilliant to see the Nature’s Rights Bill being taken forward. Fully support this. About time we properly valued and respected our only home 💚 Top work @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social @adrianramsay.bsky.social @chrisgpackham.bsky.social and all worked on it. www.natures-rights.org/uk-bill
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UK Bill | Nature's Rights
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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.org · 11/05/2026
We were told our data would stay under NHS control. But an internal document just revealed the truth: Palantir staff are being granted “unlimited access”. Join us demanding this spy-tech firm gets out of our NHS 👇 goodlaw.social/658abc
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Jason Hickel @jasonhickel.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
A striking figure by @andrewlfanning.bsky.social, showing cumulative extinctions from 1500 to 2025, against the numbers that would be expected naturally over this period, and against what would be consistent with the planetary boundary.
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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.org · 30/04/2026
What these extraordinary numbers make clear is that Reform is less a political party and more a very highly paid public-facing lobby group for oil and gas interests www.desmog.com/2026/04/30/reform-uk…
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Revealed: Reform’s £24 Million from Fossil Fuel Interests
Reform UK has received £24 million from oil and gas interests, accounting for more than two thirds of its total income, DeSmog can reveal. Led by Nigel Farage, the party is calling for new North Sea o...
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ENDS Report @endsreport.com · 20/04/2026
The EAC has launched an inquiry into how the Treasury assesses the long-term economic risks presented by climate change and biodiversity loss. It will examine how decisions made by the Treasury influence the UK’s overall approach to addressing these issues ⬇️ 💡
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Parliamentary inquiry to consider Treasury’s ‘extraordinary influence’ on environmental policy
The Environmental Audit Committee has launched an inquiry into the role of the Treasury in environment and climate policy.
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Oceana UK @oceanauk.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
🎉OCEAN WIN: A new law banning trawling and scalloping in an area off the Sussex coast has been approved by the govt! The new law now sees almost 30% of the inshore waters in Sussex protected from trawling. What a major victory for ocean life! www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp84p23…
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Sussex trawling ban: new protections for marine habitats
The ban around Beachy Head East MCZ brings new protections to marine life.
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
In 2023, I sought to explain to a parliamentary committee what a structural collapse of the global food system would look like, and why this this is plausible - even likely. I think the likelihood has just ratcheted up a notch. I beg you to read and understand. Thanks www.monbiot.com/2023/03/09/t...
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The Hunger Gap
A gulf in public understanding prevents us from seeing how and why our food supply is at risk.
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National Emergency Briefing @nebriefing.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Our film launches on 7th April. Hosted by Chris Packham, it features footage from the National Emergency Briefing along with reactions from the public. It's designed to be watched in communities across the UK along with their MP. To host a screening in your community: www.nebriefing.org/the-film
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National Emergency Briefing
A 45-min film centred around the National Emergency Briefing. The frank facts, but also the huge opportunity if Government steps up and leads a WW2-scale response. Designed to be watched by communitie...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Perfect storm of climate and nature collapse, cyber security risks and geopolitical unrest means we are vulnerable to food shortages and that would be very bad indeed. www.theguardian.com/food/2026/fe...
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‘Tinderbox’ UK may be one shock away from food riots, experts say
Weakened food security could tip into unrest after a cyber-attack, extreme weather or conflict, analysis finds
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
We are fundraising to secure a vital section of the River Meon - please donate if you can 🙏💚 www.hiwwt.org.uk/meon
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Meon Valley Land Appeal | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
You have an opportunity to protect a vital part of the Meon Valley
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Caroline Lucas @carolinelucas.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
This is the report I spoke of on #bbcaq just now - ministers tried to suppress it, were finally forced to release it after an FoI, but shamefully only published a redacted version. The first duty of Govt is to protect its citizens - that starts with being honest with us about scale of threat we face
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Climate Majority Project @climatemajority.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
This is the UK security assessment that the government tried to bury: ecosystem collapse is a national security threat. Read how you can turn knowledge into action, addressed by Caroline Lucas & Rupert Read: resilience.org/stories/2026... #ClimateCrisis #NationalSecurity #Adaptation #Resilience
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It's ecological breakdown that should put us on a war-footing: official
Admissions of extreme, eco-caused national security threats foreground importance of climate adaptation to bring much needed urgency and agency.
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
“These latest attempts at environmental deregulation aim to tilt that balance ever closer to private gain, by fudging the lines and asserting that developer gain is the same thing as public good.” Excellent blog revealing the deceptions of dereg lobbyists. www.wildlifetrusts.org/blog/public-...
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The deceptions driving deregulation | The Wildlife Trusts
As debate rages over recommendations for further environmental regression – this time proposed by the Nuclear Regulatory Review – Head of Public Affairs, Matt Browne, takes a closer look at the argume...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
New poll finds Labour’s anti-nature rhetoric is costing voter trust. After Keir Starmer called environmental protections misguided, 19% of 2024 Labour voters are less likely to vote Labour again. Attacking wildlife protections is not a winning strategy. www.wildlifetrusts.org/news/anti-na...
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Anti-nature rhetoric damaging voter confidence in Labour, new poll finds | The Wildlife Trusts
19% less likely to vote Labour because Starmer threatens to remove nature rules
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
This week's column is about something that's arguably more important than anything in the news, crucial as some of the other issues are. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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Ed Hawkins @edhawkins.org · 27/01/2026
When it rains, it now rains more. For those experiencing the flooding in south-west England, it is worth remembering that rainfall in winter has increased by about 25% overall. And, the rainfall has also become more intense: when it rains, it now rains more, increasing the risk of flooding.
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem. Thank you. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Given the widespread flooding we are seeing (again) after storm Chandra - it seems a good time to resurface this report from The Wildlife Trusts. We need nature based solutions to help us cope with the rapidly changing climate and we need them now. thefloodhub.co.uk/news/new-res...
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New research finds that Wildlife Trust natural flood management schemes deliver £10 of benefits for every £1 invested | The Flood Hub
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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.org · 27/01/2026
TalkTV is spreading false climate news and the broadcast regulator is doing nothing about it. Remind Ofcom to take it's job seriously 👇 goodlaw.social/d71a35
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
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Planning for Nature | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
A talk on the new Planning and Infrastructure Act and how this will impact the Trust's work protecting nature and delivering nature's recovery - by Trust CEO, Debbie Tann MBE.
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Politics isn't working. It's time to call time on the broken culture in Westminster and have a fresh start with a fair voting system. Add your name to @electoralreform.bsky.social‬'s call to #MakeSeatsMatchVotes action.electoral-reform.org.uk/page/3782/pe...
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First Past the Post means millions of our votes make no difference to parliament. Add your name now to demand a fairer voting system
It only takes 30 seconds
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
www.ticketsource.co.uk/broughton-vi... Few tickets left!’
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Prof. Eliot Jacobson @climatecasino.net · 21/01/2026
Your 'moment of doom' for Jan. 21, 2026 ~ Oceans of drought. "the world is spending more than it receives — extracting from its rivers, lakes, wetlands and underground aquifers at a much faster rate than they are replenished" www.cnn.com/2026/01/20/c...
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The world has entered a new era of ‘water bankruptcy’ with irreversible consequences | CNN
Over-allocation of water, chronic groundwater depletion, pollution and climate change have pushed the world into a drastic situation, a new United Nations report finds.
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Help us stop the nature wrecking aspects of the Fingleton Review. See my blog for what, why and how. www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...
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Don’t turn a nature crisis into a catastrophe | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
The Nuclear Regulatory Review is built on a flawed diagnosis. And when a problem is misdiagnosed, the wrong cure is prescribed.
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Caroline Lucas @carolinelucas.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
This is a truly horrifying account of increasingly likely collapse of essential natural systems which would bring mass food shortages, price rises & global disorder. Commissioned from UK intelligence chiefs but scandalously suppressed by Govt, & sneaked out now while attention is elsewhere 👇
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Simon Oldridge @sioldridge.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Devastating new report on imminent threats to the UK from global ecosystem collapse which "threaten UK national security and prosperity" The Gov should now stage a televised emergency briefing. The public have a right to know. MPs join the call: www.nebriefing.org/parliamentar... #NEB2025
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Nature security assessment on global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security
This strategic assessment explores how global biodiversity loss and the collapse of critical ecosystems could affect the UK’s resilience, security and prosperity.
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Paul Behrens @profpaulbehrens.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
"The UK does not have enough land to feed its population and rear livestock: a wholesale change in consumer diets would be required." re: the challenge of food security under nature collapse. from a UK govt national security assessment out today… assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/696e0e...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Nature is essential to national security. New government assessment recognises the very real risks of ecological collapse. www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Nature security assessment on global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security
This strategic assessment explores how global biodiversity loss and the collapse of critical ecosystems could affect the UK’s resilience, security and prosperity.
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National Emergency Briefing @nebriefing.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Very concerning. The UK Government should respond by briefing the nation on the threats posed by climate breakdown and nature collapse - and the opportunities from acting. MPs please add your name to the Parliamentary Call for a televised emergency briefing. www.nebriefing.org/parliamentar...
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Parliamentary call for a televised emergency briefing
For MPs and Peers to express support for briefing the nation on the threats from climate & nature breakdown to the UK’s security, food supply, health and economy.
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Wow, pretty stark to see this graph of how the media are pushing net zero scepticism... just when we really really need the opposite. @carbonbrief.org @nebriefing.bsky.social @chrisgpackham.bsky.social
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
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Planning for Nature - Talk by Debbie Tann MBE | Visit Test Valley
Debbie is the CEO for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife and will share her thoughts
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
CASTING CALL: VOICE OF A NEW GENERATION 🎥 🌟 We’re looking for one person to star in a powerful new short film for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill is a welcome shift of power closer to communities. But it doesn’t equip devolved authorities and communities to deal with the biggest risks they now face - we are asking for key amendments to make sure it does. www.hiwwt.org.uk/english-devo....
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Will the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill equip devolved authorities and communities to deal with the biggest risks they now face?  | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill is a landmark piece of legislation - a genuine shift of power closer to communities. That ambition is widely welcomed. But as this Bill moves thro...
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Debbie Tann MBE @debbietann.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Three fantastic jobs available now. Two land management jobs working across our nature reserves and rewilding sites on the wonderful Isle of Wight. One business transformation role to help us modernise our operations & improve sustainability. Apply! hiwwt.current-vacancies.com/Careers/HIWW...
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Find your perfect job at Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Apply today for jobs with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, or create alerts for future vacancies with Hampshire & Isle of Wi...
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Wildlife and Countryside Link @wclnews.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
The Government has partially backed away from weakening Biodiversity Net Gain – but nature still loses out. Exempting developments under 0.2ha risks hollowing out one of England’s most important nature protections🐝🌱 1/4🧵
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National Emergency Briefing @nebriefing.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
For all nine expert talks with Prof @mikebernerslee.bsky.social's introduction and @chrisgpackham.bsky.social's opening statement, please visit our YouTube page. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... Please share these talks with your MP, and ask what action they plan to take.
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Expert Briefings | The National Emergency Briefing - YouTube
These are the official expert briefings from the National Emergency Briefing. In this series, the nation’s leading scientists and experts present the unfilte...
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National Emergency Briefing @nebriefing.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Lt General Richard Nugee CB CVO CBE, a recently retired senior army officer, explaining why the climate crisis threatens national security. "We are facing the potential of 𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 unless Government takes this seriously" Full talk: link below. #NationalEmergencyBriefing #NEB2025
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Wildlife and Countryside Link @wclnews.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
🚨 CODE RED FOR NATURE 🚨 We are worried that Gov will weaken Biodiversity Net Gain — or remove small sites entirely! Gutting BNG would: ❌ collapse investment ❌ stall nature recovery ❌ send a catastrophic signal to markets This cannot happen.
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National Emergency Briefing @nebriefing.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
For all nine expert talks with Prof @mikebernerslee.bsky.social's introduction and @chrisgpackham.bsky.social's opening statement, please visit our YouTube page. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... Please share these talks with your MP, and ask what action they plan to take.
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Expert Briefings | The National Emergency Briefing - YouTube
These are the official expert briefings from the National Emergency Briefing. In this series, the nation’s leading scientists and experts present the unfilte...
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