General Election 2024
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Polls show nature policies could affect outcome of general election
Almost identical numbers of environmental charity supporters vote Conservative as Labour – and majority of Wildlife Trust supporters may switch their votes at next election.
The election results are in! So, what’s next for nature?
Throughout the election campaign, it became clear that people know that our natural world is in crisis and want politicians to make the bold and ambitious commitments to reverse the decline. So…
As it happens
Keep up to date with the latest UK Government announcements regarding nature and wildlife legislation, our response and what we're doing to #DefendNature.
Liberal Democrats plans for restoring nature: a detailed plan for recovery if implemented
Yesterday the Liberal Democrat Party published their General Election manifesto. Chief Executive of the Wildlife Trusts, Craig Bennett gives his reaction.
Vote for wildlife
Hear from our Youth Advisory Group and learn how to vote in the general election with wildlife in mind.
Restore Nature Now 2024 | The Biggest Public Demonstration for Nature in British History
Restore Nature Now is the biggest demonstration in British history to demand action for nature ahead of the general election. This blog post explores Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust's…
What we do
Our work ranges from on-the-ground conservation work to engaging communities, from working with schools to ecological consultancy and more. Find out more about what our work entails.
Save wildlife in Gloucestershire by contacting your MP
After the 2024 general election, over half of MPs across the country are new to the job. In Gloucestershire, six out of seven MPs are new to their role. This means that it’s a great time to lobby your MP and share how you feel about wildlife in your local area.
What is a Nudibranch?
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
Vote for wildlife
It’s election day on 6 May – here’s how you can make sure wildlife is at the heart of local elections.
What Flies in July?
I’m back with another blog to tell you all about what moths you can find in July, and how to get children interested in moths. It is currently National Moth Week while I am writing this (18th-…