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Early signs of spring becoming the new norm, says the Woodland Trust
Earlier signs of spring – such as the first leafing of trees or the first sightings of butterflies – could be here to stay, says the Woodland Trust.
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Faughan Valley Woodlands officially opens unveiling a haven for nature and people
Small fragmented woodlands along and across the River Faughan have been connected to benefit people, nature and climate in Northern Ireland.
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Could Glasgow’s ‘defiant giant’ be crowned European Tree of the Year?
The Argyle Street Ash, which topped the Woodland Trust’s UK Tree of the Year competition, is now in the running for the European title – and it needs your vote.
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New report reveals serious threat to Welsh woods and trees
A Woodland Trust report provides evidence of multiple threats that pose catastrophic consequences for woods and trees across the UK.
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Tree equity map shows less affluent areas have less tree cover
People in less affluent areas have lower levels of tree cover and a higher risk of health problems from poor air quality, new online tree equity map reveals.
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Farmers share tales of 'living legends' and nature on their land
From an ancient oak which survived a hit from a Lancaster Bomber in World War Two to a 150-year-old pear tree – classically taken portraits tell a story of how farmers are helping to protect ancient and veteran trees.
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Why are plants important? 7 reasons why we need them
Plants are essential for people, wildlife and the environment. Explore how they provide for pollinators, boost mental health, fight climate change and more.
Chris Britt-Searle • 28 Jun 2024
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Woodland Trust buys ancient woodland in Kingdom of Mourne
The Trust has taken ownership of 156 hectares of Northern Ireland's Mourne Park estate with ambitions to restore ancient woodland and open it to the public.
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GPs urge policymakers to invest in green space to reduce NHS pressure
Policymakers must prioritise the environment to improve the health of the nation and ease pressure on the NHS, say doctors.
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1.7+ million trees planted on crofts
A scheme to help crofters create native woods has planted over 1.7 million trees in the last decade and established forestry as part of the crofting landscape.