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'Lost world' wildlife haven now under protection as public help raise £1 million

A lost world wooded habitat in Devon – home to wildlife gems like the rare barbastelle bat and hazel dormouse – is now protected thanks to public support.

Andy Bond  •  20 Feb 2020

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Woodland Trust woodlands to celebrate 20th anniversary in 2020

Help the Woodland Trust in Northern Ireland celebrate a major milestone in 2020 as 98% of its woods come of age.

Glynis Watt  •  20 Feb 2020

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Gnats a first! Fly and fungus finds flabbergast naturalists

A rare rainforest fungus and two tiny fly species never before seen in the UK have been discovered at Woodland Trust Scotland sites on the west coast.

George Anderson  •  13 Feb 2020

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HS2 will shoot a poison arrow through the heart of the environment

The Trust says its expert opinion and concerns of the public have been utterly disregarded after an announcement giving HS2 the go ahead.

Dee Smith  •  11 Feb 2020

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Woodland Trust Celebrates Natural World at NI Science Festival

Discover the Secret World of Trees in Botanic Gardens and find out why fish grow from trees in Faughan Valley.

Glynis Watt  •  10 Feb 2020

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Climate change: nature has no cue

With butterflies and newts spotted in December, earlier than nature intended, scientists warn that species are losing their seasonal cues.

Natalie Stephenson  •  03 Feb 2020

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Trust dismay as preferred option for part of East West Rail route is announced

Ancient woodland is under threat from the East West Rail project between Bedford and Cambridge after an announcement on the central section.

Steve Marsh  •  31 Jan 2020

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Response to the publication of the Environment Bill

Our environment needs to be healthy, resilient and sustainable. The Environment Bill has the scope to deliver, but must be implemented carefully.

Steve Marsh  •  30 Jan 2020

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Highways England needs to reveal true cost of Lower Thames Crossing says Woodland Trust

Highways England should reveal just how much ancient woodland is under threat of loss or damage from the Lower Thames Crossing says the Woodland Trust.

Dee Smith  •  30 Jan 2020

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Woodland Trust delight at ancient woodland reprieve

The Trust is welcoming the news that motorway service station plans within ancient Smithy Wood have been withdrawn.

Dee Smith  •  23 Jan 2020