How parish, town and community councils can budget for biodiversity in the 2026 to 2027 precept cycle, with practical lines to include and links to duties, LNRS and grants.

What the House of Lords debate on biodiversity and the countryside means for parish, town and community councils. Practical takeaways on BNG, LNRS and woodland goals, with links to Hansard and the Lords Library.

House of Lords debate on biodiversity policy on 13 November 2025. What parish, town and community councils need to know about targets, BNG, LNRS and woodland goals, with links to official sources.

Biodiversity funding for parish, town and community councils. Learn which grants are open now, what they cover, and how to prepare strong applications.

Ponds capture carbon, support wildlife and enhance biodiversity. Learn how parish, town and community councils in England and Wales can plan and manage ponds to benefit birds, amphibians and local ecosystems.

Introduction Cemeteries and churchyards are often calm green islands in towns, villages and parishes. Because they are less disturbed than parks or roadside verges, they can host surprising biodiversity including lichens, mosses, rare wildflowers, invertebrates and small mammals. Yet many councils overlook their potential. In both Wales and England, integrating biodiversity into cemetery management offers a win for heritage, ecology and community perceptions of local nature.

Learn about what a BioBlitz is, why it matters for Councils in Wales & England, and what key considerations are to deliver an effective BioBlitz event in the UK.

For town, parish and community councils, biodiversity can feel like a broad and complex subject. Where do you start? Which spaces matter...

Autumn is one of the most important times of year for councils to take meaningful biodiversity action. As the growing season slows down,...

The UK’s hottest summer has triggered false autumn. Learn how Biodiversity Action Plans can protect nature and build resilience against climate change for Town and Parish Councils all over the UK.

Bee corridors are vital for supporting biodiversity. They connect fragmented habitats, allowing pollinators to move safely....

Environment Act 2021: Support for ongoing policy & delivery duties The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. In...

In Wales, these projects below exemplify how biodiversity action plans are translated into tangible conservation efforts - restoring...

Overview: Biodiversity in the UK The UK's biodiversity, though contained within a relatively small geographic area, encompasses a vast...

Biodiversity is a term that refers to the variety of life on Earth. It includes all living organisms, their genetic differences, and the...