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Peatland Code Public Consultation – Now Open
April 18, 2024
The Peatland Code is committed to continuous improvement and would like to invite you to comment on the draft Peatland Code Version 2.1.
Please give 10 minutes of your time to help answer the question: Is palaeoecological research utilised in UK peatland restoration projects?
March 26, 2024
Can you complete a short survey on the extent to which palaeoecological research is utilised in UK peatland restoration projects? It should take around 10 minutes to complete.
Muirburn licencing made law in Scotland
March 22, 2024
Scotland’s peatlands will benefit from increased protection due to a new law passed on 21st March by the Scottish Parliament. The Wildlife Management and Muirburn Bill (WMMB) includes a range of measures to help tackle raptor persecution and manage grouse moors more sustainably.
Council leads the way with major peatland restoration project
March 14, 2024
A three-year project to restore an area of peatland larger than 780 football pitches in Inverclyde is now underway thanks to funding from Peatland ACTION.
Funding for Eyes on the Bog users
March 11, 2024
Our Eyes on the Bog Fund aims to support existing Eyes on the Bog users to purchase new equipment, provide new engagement opportunities and resources, and collate and input data.
Dorset peatland restoration
February 28, 2024
The Dorset Peat Partnership completed the first of their sixteen peatland restoration sites in February.
New report showcases successes in forest to bog restoration
February 28, 2024
'Forest to Bog Restoration: Demonstrating Success', the fourth publication the series, highlights how the practice of restoring afforested peatlands has advanced significantly, with case studies from across the UK.
Peatland Code Public Consultation – Now OpenThe Peatland Code is committed to continuous improvement and would like to invite you to comment on…
Please give 10 minutes of your time to help answer the question: Is palaeoecological research utilised in UK peatland restoration projects? Can you complete a short survey on the extent to which palaeoecological research is utilised in UK…
Muirburn licencing made law in ScotlandScotland’s peatlands will benefit from increased protection due to a new law passed on 21st March…
Dorset peatland restorationThe Dorset Peat Partnership completed the first of their sixteen peatland restoration sites in…
Council leads the way with major peatland restoration project A three-year project to restore an area of peatland larger than 780 football pitches in Inverclyde…
Funding for Eyes on the Bog users Our Eyes on the Bog Fund aims to support existing Eyes on the Bog users to purchase new equipment,…
New report showcases successes in forest to bog restoration'Forest to Bog Restoration: Demonstrating Success', the fourth publication the series, highlights…
Don't miss our 'Measuring biodiversity: from principles to practice' webinar!Join the IUCN UK Peatland Programme for this free webinar as we explore traditional and…
Introducing our species showcasesThroughout 2024, we are celebrating peatland biodiversity through a series of monthly showcases…
Come and volunteer with us!We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Communications Volunteer who can help us with our…
Fill in the PeatQuest Survey to shape global peatland researchThe PeatQuest Research Project team are inviting you to participate in their global survey, as your…
New Year Honours for peatland specialistNatural Resources Wales’ senior peatland specialist, Dr Peter Jones, has been awarded an MBE for…