As the “Glorious Twelfth” marks the start of the annual grouse shooting season, Wild Moors is calling for substantial reform of Britain’s upland shooting estates. The nature conservation organisation is pushing for action against destructive management activities that harm wildlife and the environment. This year, a significant number of shoot days […]

Dartmoor National Park Authority (DNPA) has secured Buckfastleigh Moor, a significant 858-acre area of moorland, highlighting the vital role national parks play in land acquisition for public enjoyment and ecological restoration. The newly acquired Buckfastleigh Moor, renowned for its natural heritage, is designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and […]

The United Kingdom has its first Labour prime minister in 14 years, backed by a parliamentary majority of more than 170. This is a remarkable achievement for Sir Keir Starmer, who has transformed Labour’s fortunes within a single parliament. Sir Keir possesses qualities that deserve respect and should inspire public confidence. […]

Nature restoration organisation Wild Moors has welcomed the Labour Party’s high level commitments on nature included in its manifesto launched on Thursday. Whilst more detail is required, the pledges have the potential to drive restoration of upland landscapes for the benefit of nature, the climate and people. Labour has set out […]

Nature conservation organisation Wild Moors has voiced concern over the Conservative Party’s suggestion that it will reduce the focus and powers of Natural England, the environmental watchdog responsible for safeguarding some of the country’s most important nature sites. The proposal, revealed in the party’s manifesto launched today, suggests it will slim […]