UK government allows ‘emergency’ use of banned bee-harming pesticide just days after EU tightens protections
UK government allows ‘emergency’ use of banned bee-harming pesticide just days after EU tightens protections
News: The Wildlife Trusts; neonicotinoids; bees; farming; pesticides; campaign; Action for Insects
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Banned pesticide gets green light
Tuesday 1 March saw the green light given to use a banned pesticide – it contradicts Government promises to protect and improve nature, say The Wildlife Trusts.
Will banned bee-killing pesticides become the new norm?
The Wildlife Trusts’ lawyers contact the Secretary of State to question the legality of ignoring expert advice.
Government puts bees at risk
The Government has again put bees at risk
Wildlife Trusts set to challenge Government over neonicotinoids?
The Wildlife Trusts have announced that they are exploring the option of a legal challenge to the UK Government's decision to allow emergency use of neonicotinoids