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The English Species Reintroduction Taskforce - Part 1

… an overview of his time providing evidence for the the EFRA (Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee) in the Houses of Parliament as part of their … of all ecosystems are maintained, enhanced, or restored … Our hearing in February At our hearing, the …

River Pollution and Nutrient Neutrality with Paul Hadaway

… Neutrality with Paul Hadaway … Rob Smith interviews Director of Conservation & Engagement at Kent Wildlife Trust on … housebuilding could spell disaster for our most fragile river systems. Paul Hadaway : We've got old … which, to quote the official blurb, provides the most comprehensive overview ever of species trends across the UK. …

Wilder Blean: Wilder Woodlands

… The Nature Restoration Fund is Kent Wildlife Trust’s biggest ever appeal … on philanthropic donations from individuals, major donors, companies and trusts and foundations to fund our work. And, … on bridge number four. We aim to build these bridges in 2026, by which time the at-risk fiery clearwing moths that …

KWT staff holding up 'Rethink Sea Link' signs outside Houses of Parliament.

Isle of Grain must be considered as alternative to Sea Link say campaigners

… Isle of Grain must be considered as alternative to Sea Link say campaigners … Ofgem U-turn for Isle of Grain … Kingsnorth is an obvious option. The Dutch offshore their infrastructure for projects such as this and do it very … reason I'm trying to choose the (Pegwell) route is wholly commercial in my view. I think this is more about some …

Kent Wildlife Trust's response to the Coronavirus pandemic

… the wildlife that lives on them. We would ask all our visitors to respect this and reflect on the importance of our … nature reserves to people and wildlife alike, think about becoming members of the Trust or supporting us to ensure these …

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Rebuilding Britain – What about rebuilding nature?

… offers her take on the hotly anticipated Labour budget to support rebuilding Britain. … Restarting natural … Wilder Blean Initiative and Wilder Grazing programme .  In comparison, DEFRA has allocated just £400 million over two years for tree …

Beguiled by blues – A guide to 'Blue' butterflies

… the wing each year, as early as April, and the most likely to be encountered in gardens. Timings can help with identification as any blue seen in early … be a holly blue. At a glance, it could be mistaken for a common blue, but seeing the underside of the wings will …

A window box with buzzing insects around

Supporting pollinators and insects

… flowers and bulbs  Native planting is a brilliant way to support wildlife, and there are a range of ways to do … situation. As opposed to planting any beautiful plants you come across in a garden centre, choosing native plants helps … areas and see what happens.   … Create or install a minibeast home Shelter is one of the key ingredients for a …

Lower Thames Crossing approved – a death knell for ancient woodland

… Thames Crossing – a 23km-long road that will destroy up to 8 hectares of irreplaceable ancient woodland. … Planning …     This approval sets a dangerous precedent for future infrastructure projects, and once again shows nature is not … space for humanity’.       Kent Wildlife Trust remains committed to advocating for stronger mechanisms to protect …

Elmley Stonechat

Eco-Tourism at Elmley Nature Reserve

… Listen to more episodes … Join Gareth Fulton, Estate Manager at … of talk about you just for a moment because you actually come from a military background, don't you? You weren't a … ready to breed. And so it's that recruitment rate in 2025, 26, 27. Rob Smith: Right. Okay, so is it curlew that we can …

Sunrise at Dungeness with two boats on the shingle in low tide

Island Creation at RSPB Dungeness

… … For more great interviews like this one, click the button below and listen to other Talk on the Wild Side episodes … of really hitting these colonies hard, but this kind of infrastructure and human kind of impacts are hitting them as … herring gulls, lesser blackback, greater blackback gulls, common tern as well. That's kind of a real species that we …

Summer flowers for a wildlife-friendly garden

… … Summer flowers for a wildlife-friendly garden … Looking to create a garden that’s not just beautiful but also … Trust and these are my favourite summer plants that are blooming in my garden this season. … Purple toadflax … Also … is a wildflower with tall, bell-like yellow flowers. Come the evening, the flowers open fully to attract …