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Lib Dems unveil ambitious nature policies in General Election manifesto

In a move to prioritise environmental sustainability, the Liberal Democrats have today unveiled a comprehensive package of nature policies as part of their General Election manifesto. These policies, welcomed by environmental group Wild Moors, aim to safeguard the UK’s natural landscapes and promote biodiversity. At the heart of the Lib Dem’s […]

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The five key issues for upland restoration the next government must address

With the upcoming snap general election on 4 July announced by Rishi Sunak, the next government will have a crucial role in advancing nature restoration in the UK’s uplands. Whether Labour or Conservative, Wild Moors sets out five key issues the next government must address. Expanding nature restoration in the uplands […]

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Wild Moors responds to general election announcement

The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called a general election to be held on 4 July. This is undoubtedly an important general election for nature and the uplands. Protecting and restoring upland landscapes plays a key role in tackling climate change, biodiversity loss and developing land-based jobs and skills. The incoming […]

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Peatlands remain at risk from grouse moor burning, nature campaigners warn

Environmental campaigners are urging the UK government to bolster measures to protect peatlands from being damaged by the grouse shooting industry, following the conclusion of the moorland burning season. Wild Moors, an organisation which monitors protection of peatlands in the UK’s uplands, has documented over 360 instances of burning conducted by […]