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The IUCN UK Peatland Programme advocates the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice.

Desmids of peatlands © Emma Goodyer

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New version of the Peatland Code launched

May 4, 2022
An update to the Peatland Code, including a separate guidance document, is now available.

*NEW* Peatland Code Officer vacancy - closing date 4th April, 2022

March 9, 2022
We are recruiting for a Peatland Code Officer to join the IUCN UK Peatland Programme team.

IUCN UK Peatland Programme Newsletter: Winter Edition 2022

February 24, 2022
Read the latest IUCN UK Peatland Programme newsletter.

Peat-free Horticulture – A reality and an opportunity

February 23, 2022
We have reached a key moment for bringing about a transition in the way we garden and supply materials for our gardens. The IUCN UK Peatland Programme's Clifton Bain discusses the future of peat-free horticulture.

Unlocking contractor capacity to lock up carbon in the Cairngorms

February 23, 2022
The Cairngorms National Park Authority’s (CNPA) Peatland ACTION Officers have facilitated over 2,140 hectares of peatland restoration since 2014, but these efforts need to be scaled up to address the nature and climate crisis and contribute to the Scottish Government net zero carbon emissions targets set for 2045.

Yorkshire Peat Partnership celebrates another successful year

February 23, 2022
As Yorkshire Peat Partnership (YPP) heads into the new restoration season, they take a moment to celebrate their achievements from the previous (2020-2021) season with their annual report.

An update on the Peatland Code

February 23, 2022
The Peatland Code continues to grow rapidly with 79 projects now registered and 10,300 ha of expected peatland restoration.

Person smiling and pointing at a sign saying '#BeMoreMoss'. Credit Vicky Akerman
Announcing Peat-Fest South-West 2025 – a celebration of our peatland connectionsThe Art and Energy Collective has been awarded a grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to…
Windfarm on peatland site
National Policy Statements public consultationOpportunity to contribute to public consultation on National Policy Statements to support Clean…
Line of fire being set by a vehicle with people on the back as part of swaling. Credit Heather Lowther (Creative Commons)
Public consultation on heather and grass burning regulations in EnglandThe IUCN UK Peatland Programme has responded to Defra’s proposal to protect a greater extent of…
Cross section of bare peat
New Peat Map for EnglandThis week Natural England published the much anticipated England Peat Map which highlights the…