Deprived communities to get new flood defences faster

A record £10.5 billion investment in flood defences will defend nearly 900,000 properties in England, with new rules to get defences built more quickly.

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.

Bluetongue: latest situation

Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions.

Permanent Secretary appointed at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Paul Kissack is appointed as the new Permanent Secretary of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).