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19 September 2008

None of the main political parties presents an unblemished picture on environmental policy and green groups are warning that they will have to clean up their act if they wish to win over the electorate, Huw Morris reports.

Joint waste plan agreed

19 September 2008

Four councils in the west of England have jointly agreed a three-phase strategy to tackle waste in the area.

Council sets space policy

19 September 2008

Gateshead's first ever strategy for open spaces has concluded that they are vital for people's quality of life.

Park leader suspended

19 September 2008

The chief executive of the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority has been suspended for two months.

Agreeing airports policy starts with a consensus on differences

By Huw Morris

19 September 2008

The planning system often comes under fire for jamming up major infrastructure schemes.

Zoo to press inquiry for green belt space

19 September 2008

Edinburgh Zoo is to challenge the decision by city planners to reject its application to build homes in the green belt.

Watchdog reiterates call for aviation policy review

19 September 2008

The DfT has dismissed a fresh call from the government's sustainability watchdog for a review of aviation policy before key airport expansion decisions are made.

East of England to curb demand after congestion cost research

19 September 2008

Congestion in the East of England will cost the UK £2 billion a year by 2021, according to a report published this week.

Carbon code group meets

19 September 2008

The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC)'s task group has held its first meeting to discuss the implications of drawing up a code for sustainable buildings.

Agency seeks to quash Humber fears over flooding safeguards

19 September 2008

The Environment Agency has said it will continue to review its strategy for flood defences along the Humber Estuary amid fears that some areas will be less protected.