Exclusive: Reform leader’s use of personal services firm is a practice criticised across the political spectrum

Survey of eight countries finds 82% of people support 30x30 biodiversity target, as progress stalls on protected areas

Exclusive: Concentrations of faecal bacteria in the lake were found to peak in summer but there were high levels throughout year

Britain outsourced its state – now private firms profit while public services crumble. In Failed State, Sam Freedman explains what went wrong

This simply confirms our thorough debunking of these scare stories, and shows how far the opponents of fair wealth taxes are willing to go.

Experts raise alarm over ‘commodification’ of vulnerable children as independent fostering agencies make millions in profit

Growing up Georgia Sullivan would force down food she didn't like – in case there was no food at home. Now the 26-year-old and four other young people are calling on the government to end child povert...

Israeli foreign ministry confirms ship under its troops’ control and heading towards Israel

Sir David Attenborough told Prince William he hopes the UN oceans conference will bring new protections.

Changes to planning laws could speed up projects, but experts warn water consumption will also need limiting.

Laws and policies are crafted to give the appearance of sternness and fairness, but are rarely fully enforced on corporations and the rich.

Bill would force major polluters to pay into fund for flood defences and home insulation – but has little chance of becoming law

In a kayak off the Devon coast I witnessed the kind of entitled mindlessness that has ravaged society, and our planet, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

Zack Polanski is looking to lead the Green Party, and to challenge Labour's climate policy from the left.

Party intends to block projects despite net zero industries contributing nearly £1bn to local economy, analysis shows

Households will have to put up with higher bills unless they cut back on usage, says water company chief