Yorkshire's 25-Year Plan to Plant 134 Million Trees
The White Rose Forest partnership unveils a bold 25-year strategy to dramatically increase woodland cover across North and West Yorkshire, aiming for 16.5% coverage by 2050.
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New £150 Cost-of-Living Fund Open to All Households
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new Crisis and Resilience Fund will launch in April, offering financial support to households struggling with living costs. Learn how to apply.
DWP's New Crisis & Resilience Fund: What You Need to Know
The Labour Government's new Crisis and Resilience Fund replaces the Household Support Fund in April 2026. Learn about eligibility, payments, and how to access support.
Councils told to give cash payments for household emergencies
Low-income households to receive direct cash payments for crises like boiler breakdowns under new £1bn fund. No application needed. Find out if you qualify.
New DWP Cost of Living Payments Announced for UK Households
A new £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund will provide emergency payments to low-income households on Universal Credit or Housing Benefit from April 2026. Learn about the new support.
New £1bn Crisis Fund Offers Cash Support to All
A major new welfare scheme will launch in April 2026, providing direct cash payments to households in financial crisis, even if they are not on benefits. Discover how it works.
New DWP Crisis & Housing Benefits Start April 1
Two new DWP benefits, the Crisis Payment and Housing Payment, launch on April 1, 2026. Thousands of low-income households across England could be eligible for support from the £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund. Learn more about the eligibility criteria and
New DWP Cost of Living Payments Announced for 2026
The DWP announces a new £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund with two key payments for 2026, not limited to benefit claimants. Learn how local councils will distribute support.
UK Savings Crisis: Millions Have Less Than £1,000
Shocking research reveals nearly half of UK adults have less than £1,000 in savings, leaving them vulnerable to financial shocks. Discover the data and essential saving tips.
Gwen the Polar Bear: Climate Play Tours South Wales
Award-winning playwright Chris Harris brings 'Gwen yr Arth Wen', a climate-themed puppet show for families, to 10 South Wales venues from February to March 2026. Explore the story of an anxious polar bear's journey home.
Green Light for Major Coventry Nature Reserve
Coventry City Council approves a landmark scheme to transform a former golf course into the West Midlands' largest nature reserve, funded for 30 years via Biodiversity Net Gain. Discover the ambitious '30 by 30' climate goal driving this change.
Learning new skills boosts mental health in later life
New research reveals that older adults who learned new skills during the pandemic had better mental health and resilience, with benefits lasting over a year. Discover how lifelong learning protects wellbeing.
9 Food Essentials Set for Record Prices in 2026
Coffee, olive oil, meat, dairy and salad are among nine staples forecast to reach record-breaking prices in 2026. Experts cite climate change and supply chain issues. Learn how to save.
New £200 Cost-of-Living Fund for Vulnerable Households
The Labour government announces a new three-year Crisis and Resilience Fund, launching in April 2026, to provide targeted cash support for vulnerable UK households struggling with bills.
Lloyds Bank £4.2m Grants Fight Financial Stigma
Lloyds Bank's charitable foundations award £4.2 million to 66 UK charities, aiming to break down the stigma preventing people from seeking financial help. Discover how the fund works.
2025's costliest climate disasters top $120 billion
A new report details the ten most expensive climate disasters of 2025, with costs exceeding $120bn. Experts warn of rising costs without urgent action on emissions and adaptation.
Rare Smew duck spotted at Southport Marine Lake in winter
A rare Smew duck delights visitors at Southport Marine Lake, while unseasonal blooms on the Sefton Coast highlight climate concerns. Discover winter wildlife wonders this festive season.
Dudley's carbon cut warning over 'false accounting'
Dudley Council reports a 17% drop in emissions, but a councillor warns selling buildings to the private sector risks 'false accounting' on climate progress. Read the full debate.
Morrisons postpones net zero target to 2050
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to delay its net zero goal by 15 years, now aiming for 2050. The new target includes its entire supply chain.
Fire Service Call-Outs Jump 22% Amid Climate Change
Staffordshire firefighters attended over 1,000 extra emergencies this summer as wildfires surged. The chief fire officer warns climate change is now a year-round operational reality. Read the full report.
Indonesia, Sri Lanka floods death toll exceeds 600
BBC Breakfast shares a devastating update as flooding and landslides in Indonesia and Sri Lanka claim over 600 lives. Rescue efforts continue amid extreme weather linked to climate change.
Packham: MPs must 'listen to science' on climate crisis
TV naturalist Chris Packham tells MPs to 'listen to the science' on climate change or risk billions of lives. Read his urgent warning from emergency summit.
Castle Bromwich Gardens joins UK seed relay
Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens is growing heritage Golden Grape tomatoes as part of a national seed relay celebrating 50 years of seed conservation. Discover how this helps UK food security.
Birmingham's Cardboard Carnival Champions Climate Justice
Over 200 people joined a vibrant Cardboard Carnival parade in Birmingham, showcasing creative animal models and demanding climate action alongside COP30. Discover how local youth are leading the change.
Community Choir for Dementia Wins Vital Funding
The Forget-me-not Chorus in North Wales has secured a Community Resilience Grant to provide free singing sessions for those living with and alongside dementia. Discover how music builds community.
UK's Largest Biochar Carbon Removal Plant Opens
The UK's largest biochar facility opens in Wiltshire, set to remove 18,500 tonnes of CO2 annually. A major step for climate tech and green jobs. Read more.
Manchester Leads UK Cyber Attack Defence
Greater Manchester is spearheading the fight against cyber attacks costing the UK economy £14.7bn annually. Discover how new government legislation aims to protect critical services.
Pay-per-litre water charge urged for UK gardens
Government climate adviser proposes pay-per-litre charge for garden watering to combat drought. Learn how this could affect households and water conservation efforts.
Jamaican Brigham's Hurricane Relief Effort
How Birmingham's Jamaican diaspora is leading fundraising for Hurricane Melissa disaster relief in Jamaica. Discover the community's powerful response and solidarity.
Reeves scraps 2030 petrol car ban
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the 2030 petrol car ban, delays the ICE phase-out to 2035, and slams previous government's 'chaotic' approach to net zero targets.
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