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International Environment PFAS Pollution

High levels of ‘forever chemicals’ PFAS found in some Bentham residents

Investigations by ITV and ENDS Report have revealed that a number of Bentham residents have high levels of ‘forever chemicals’, known as PFAS, in their blood.

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Environment Wildlife Birds

Wild Justice welcomes consultation on greater protection for Woodcock and other protected species

Conservation campaign group Wild Justice has welcomed news that the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will be conducting a consultation on the protection of birds of conservation concern.

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Aviation industry Climate British Airways

British Airways’ misleading climate claims need investigating, rules complaints body

Climate action campaigners Possible have achieved a ruling that some British Airways’ (BA) statements on its carbon emissions and its path to net zero should be investigated for accuracy.

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