Defra launch the long-awaited land use framework
The much-anticipated roadmap for government land management priorities in England has been published. But does it herald good news for peatlands?
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Bog cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos). Credit Emma Hinchliffe
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Reflection on Environmental Audit Committee session on peatlands (4/3/26)
IUCN UK Peatland Programme Director, Emma Hinchliffe, reflects on the Environmental Audit Committee session on ‘Peatlands: natural and environmental benefits and impacts’ (4 March 26).
Sinking In: How Young People Connected with Peatlands at Peat-Fest South-West
In our latest guest blog, two of the young people who took part in Peat-Fest South-West share their experiences of this regional celebration of peatland heritage.
A proposed Land Recovery Programme for the Falkland Islands, a UK Overseas Territory
Jim McAdam from Queen's University Belfast introduces the peatlands of the Falkland Islands, the challenges faced by the sheep farming community as climate change progresses, and a proposed…
Peatland ACTION 5 Year Partnership Plan – 2025 – 2030: Cause to celebrate and reflect on the path ahead
IUCN UK Peatland Programme Director, Emma Hinchliffe, reflects on the latest strategic plan for Scottish peatlands. Released by Scottish Government today (15th December) the plan represents a…
From Soggy Socks to Ancient Secrets: Why Peatland Pasts Matter for Their Future
Our guest blog from peatland palaeoecologist and PhD student Jessica Gauld dives into the value of looking to the past - and working collaboratively - to guide the future of peatland restoration…
Why Reliable Water Monitoring Matters for Peatland Restoration
This guest blog from In-Situ, exhibitors at the recent 2025 IUCN UK Peatland Programme conference, explains the importance of reliable water monitoring for peatlands.
The Bovey Birder guest blog for Peat-Fest South-West
Our youngest ever guest blogger Henry Jones (The Bovey Birder) explores what brings humans and peat together, and why it's more important now than ever.
Beginnings: First Peat-Fest South-West bogcast published
In our latest guest blog, the Art and Energy Collective's Naomi Wright introduces Peat-Fest South-West's 'bogcasts'.
Defra triples area of England's peatlands protected from burning
The IUCN UK Peatland Programme welcomes the announcement from Defra this week regarding the ban on the use of burning as a management tool on peat over 30 cm deep within the least favoured area (…