Daniel Jenkins-Jones
@apushapus.bsky.social
#Birds, #Nature, #Conservation #NestRecording, #Cardiff. #Adar, #Natur, #Cadwraeth, #CofnodiNythod, #Caerdydd.
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Developers met ministers dozens of times over planning bill while ecologists were shut out
Developers met ministers dozens of times over planning bill while ecologists were shut out
Exclusive: Leading ecologists say warnings over threat to wildlife have been ignored in drive to build 1.5m new homes
The scale of lobbying of ministers by developers on Labour’s landmark planning changes, which seek to rip up environmental rules to boost growth, can be exposed as campaigners make last-ditch attempts to secure protections for nature.
The government published its planning and infrastructure bill in March. Before and after the bill’s publication the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, and housing minister Matthew Pennycook have met dozens of developers in numerous meetings. The body representing professional ecologists, meanwhile, has not met one minister despite requests to do so. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 9, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Developers met ministers dozens of times over planning bill while ecologists were shut out
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Head to our website for more info on our letter, or hear Rob tomorrow morning on @bbccymruwales.bsky.social
November 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Head to our website for more info on our letter, or hear Rob tomorrow morning on @bbccymruwales.bsky.social
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We've been down on the beach today picking up firework debris. It's odd, isn't it, that you can be fined £250 for dropping litter but somehow it's OK to launch rockets containing plastic casings into the sky.
November 5, 2025 at 6:23 PM
We've been down on the beach today picking up firework debris. It's odd, isn't it, that you can be fined £250 for dropping litter but somehow it's OK to launch rockets containing plastic casings into the sky.
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BTO Ringing Report for 2024 now on-line.
New longevity record for Green Sandpiper.
Oystercatcher is still the 'grand-daddy'.
Updated WaderTales blog:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2018/01/16/w...
Link to BTO report:
www.bto.org/get-involved...
#ornithology
New longevity record for Green Sandpiper.
Oystercatcher is still the 'grand-daddy'.
Updated WaderTales blog:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2018/01/16/w...
Link to BTO report:
www.bto.org/get-involved...
#ornithology
November 1, 2025 at 9:08 AM
BTO Ringing Report for 2024 now on-line.
New longevity record for Green Sandpiper.
Oystercatcher is still the 'grand-daddy'.
Updated WaderTales blog:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2018/01/16/w...
Link to BTO report:
www.bto.org/get-involved...
#ornithology
New longevity record for Green Sandpiper.
Oystercatcher is still the 'grand-daddy'.
Updated WaderTales blog:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2018/01/16/w...
Link to BTO report:
www.bto.org/get-involved...
#ornithology
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Catching up on this piece by @ebenmyrddin.bsky.social challenging @plaidcymru.bsky.social on their environmental 'blind spot'. If Plaid want to retain their #caerphilly coalition for 2026, they will need to explain how they will restore Wales' wildlife nation.cymru/opinion/the-...
The Missing Agenda: Plaid Cymru’s Nature Blind Spot
Eben Myrddin Muse This weekend Welsh politics is comprehending a new political reality, confirmed by Caerphilly’s electorate – Plaid Cymru are the rising force in Welsh politics, the presumptive gover...
nation.cymru
October 31, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Catching up on this piece by @ebenmyrddin.bsky.social challenging @plaidcymru.bsky.social on their environmental 'blind spot'. If Plaid want to retain their #caerphilly coalition for 2026, they will need to explain how they will restore Wales' wildlife nation.cymru/opinion/the-...
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At Moelgolomen Farm, Rhodri Lloyd-Williams is using herbal leys and rotational grazing to boost biodiversity, grow stronger roots, improve summer grass for lambs, and halve feed costs - showing how working with nature can cut inputs and build farm resilience.
👉https://tinyurl.com/5e9n5zw3
👉https://tinyurl.com/5e9n5zw3
October 28, 2025 at 6:01 AM
At Moelgolomen Farm, Rhodri Lloyd-Williams is using herbal leys and rotational grazing to boost biodiversity, grow stronger roots, improve summer grass for lambs, and halve feed costs - showing how working with nature can cut inputs and build farm resilience.
👉https://tinyurl.com/5e9n5zw3
👉https://tinyurl.com/5e9n5zw3
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Applications are now open for new Youth Representatives. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone between the age of 16-24 to help us engage more young people with the BTO. Are you, or do you know anyone, who could take on this role in our region?
Deadline: 9 Nov
Info: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
Deadline: 9 Nov
Info: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
BTO Youth | BTO
www.bto.org
October 27, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Applications are now open for new Youth Representatives. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone between the age of 16-24 to help us engage more young people with the BTO. Are you, or do you know anyone, who could take on this role in our region?
Deadline: 9 Nov
Info: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
Deadline: 9 Nov
Info: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
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Mae modd gwneud cais nawr i fod yn Gynrychiolydd Ieuenctid newydd. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i unrhyw un rhwng 16-24 oed ein helpu i ymgysylltu mwy o bobl ifanc â'r BTO. Ydych chi, neu ydych chi'n adnabod unrhyw un, a allai ymgymryd â'r rôl hon?
Dyddiad cau: 9 Tach
Gwybodaeth: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
Dyddiad cau: 9 Tach
Gwybodaeth: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
BTO Youth | BTO
www.bto.org
October 27, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Mae modd gwneud cais nawr i fod yn Gynrychiolydd Ieuenctid newydd. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i unrhyw un rhwng 16-24 oed ein helpu i ymgysylltu mwy o bobl ifanc â'r BTO. Ydych chi, neu ydych chi'n adnabod unrhyw un, a allai ymgymryd â'r rôl hon?
Dyddiad cau: 9 Tach
Gwybodaeth: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
Dyddiad cau: 9 Tach
Gwybodaeth: www.bto.org/our-work/youth
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Lovely day @birdsinwales.bsky.social conference on Saturday. Lots of interesting talks and catching up with friends.
Hopefully lots of people inspired to start doing some bird recording. Check out @btobirds.bsky.social surveys here www.bto.org/get-involved... or just use @birdtrack.bsky.social
Hopefully lots of people inspired to start doing some bird recording. Check out @btobirds.bsky.social surveys here www.bto.org/get-involved... or just use @birdtrack.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Lovely day @birdsinwales.bsky.social conference on Saturday. Lots of interesting talks and catching up with friends.
Hopefully lots of people inspired to start doing some bird recording. Check out @btobirds.bsky.social surveys here www.bto.org/get-involved... or just use @birdtrack.bsky.social
Hopefully lots of people inspired to start doing some bird recording. Check out @btobirds.bsky.social surveys here www.bto.org/get-involved... or just use @birdtrack.bsky.social
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Diolch i @birdsinwales.bsky.social for letting me return to my Welsh roots and speak about @bto-gbw.bsky.social today. Great to catch up with folks and learn more about #WelshBird recording and how everyone can contribute!
October 25, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Diolch i @birdsinwales.bsky.social for letting me return to my Welsh roots and speak about @bto-gbw.bsky.social today. Great to catch up with folks and learn more about #WelshBird recording and how everyone can contribute!
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HUGE diolch to ALL who supported and attended Conference. An inspiring, informative & wonderful day. See you next year!
Diolch i BAWB am gefnogi a mynychu. Diwrnod ysbrydoledig, addysgiadol a bendigedig. Tan flwyddyn nesaf!
@iolowilliams.bsky.social
@btocymru.bsky.social
@rspbcymru.bsky.social
Diolch i BAWB am gefnogi a mynychu. Diwrnod ysbrydoledig, addysgiadol a bendigedig. Tan flwyddyn nesaf!
@iolowilliams.bsky.social
@btocymru.bsky.social
@rspbcymru.bsky.social
October 25, 2025 at 8:07 PM
HUGE diolch to ALL who supported and attended Conference. An inspiring, informative & wonderful day. See you next year!
Diolch i BAWB am gefnogi a mynychu. Diwrnod ysbrydoledig, addysgiadol a bendigedig. Tan flwyddyn nesaf!
@iolowilliams.bsky.social
@btocymru.bsky.social
@rspbcymru.bsky.social
Diolch i BAWB am gefnogi a mynychu. Diwrnod ysbrydoledig, addysgiadol a bendigedig. Tan flwyddyn nesaf!
@iolowilliams.bsky.social
@btocymru.bsky.social
@rspbcymru.bsky.social
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I HATE IT
A pointless but utterly destructive decoration. Why do our human festivities have to result in fatalities in other biota?
#hallowean
A pointless but utterly destructive decoration. Why do our human festivities have to result in fatalities in other biota?
#hallowean
October 23, 2025 at 4:40 PM
I HATE IT
A pointless but utterly destructive decoration. Why do our human festivities have to result in fatalities in other biota?
#hallowean
A pointless but utterly destructive decoration. Why do our human festivities have to result in fatalities in other biota?
#hallowean
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What an insane article
Do I really have to write a ranty letter to the editor to say how disappointed I am that @financialtimes.com ran this piece, and that it came out of NESTA, with all the reasons road building is not the answer? Also, the motorway distinction is just plain weird. SIGH. www.ft.com/content/0cb6...
Let’s fall in love with cars again
Investing more into roads will only mean higher economic returns for the UK
www.ft.com
October 23, 2025 at 8:09 AM
What an insane article
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#RightsofNature - delighted to be hosting this event in #HouseofLords today
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
UK campaigners launch bill to give nature legal rights
Private member’s bill backed by Chris Packham and Natalie Bennett would impose a duty of care on government and business
www.theguardian.com
October 23, 2025 at 8:55 AM
#RightsofNature - delighted to be hosting this event in #HouseofLords today
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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The 2026 WOS calendar will be on sale at our Conference on Saturday! You can also order online.
Bydd ein calendr 2026 ar werth yn ein Cynhadledd ddydd Sadwrn! Mae modd hefyd archebu arlein.
birdsin.wales/the-2026-wos...
Bydd ein calendr 2026 ar werth yn ein Cynhadledd ddydd Sadwrn! Mae modd hefyd archebu arlein.
birdsin.wales/the-2026-wos...
Welsh Ornithological Society (WOS) | Birds in Wales
WOS is the national body which aims to unify birdwatchers and ornithologists across the whole of Wales. Supporting bird conservation by funding research & encouraging publications.
birdsin.wales
October 23, 2025 at 6:51 AM
The 2026 WOS calendar will be on sale at our Conference on Saturday! You can also order online.
Bydd ein calendr 2026 ar werth yn ein Cynhadledd ddydd Sadwrn! Mae modd hefyd archebu arlein.
birdsin.wales/the-2026-wos...
Bydd ein calendr 2026 ar werth yn ein Cynhadledd ddydd Sadwrn! Mae modd hefyd archebu arlein.
birdsin.wales/the-2026-wos...
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Give me strength ....
A mandatory swift brick for every new home won't be supported by Housing Secretary Steve Reed. That's quite a u-turn from the former Environment Secretary. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Government U-turns on support for bird-friendly swift bricks in new homes
Housing minister Steve Reed refuses to back mandating measure, despite giving support while in environment job
www.theguardian.com
October 17, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Give me strength ....
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At last a local council in the UK is leading where national government is not
Taxing vehicles on weight - and thereby size - is at least some counterweight against vehicle bloat, and the damage that bigger, heavier vehicles inflict on road, pedestrian and cycle space
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Taxing vehicles on weight - and thereby size - is at least some counterweight against vehicle bloat, and the damage that bigger, heavier vehicles inflict on road, pedestrian and cycle space
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Cardiff set to impose SUV parking premium after council approval
Owners of large cars such as SUVs would be charged more to encourage switching to smaller vehicles.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
At last a local council in the UK is leading where national government is not
Taxing vehicles on weight - and thereby size - is at least some counterweight against vehicle bloat, and the damage that bigger, heavier vehicles inflict on road, pedestrian and cycle space
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Taxing vehicles on weight - and thereby size - is at least some counterweight against vehicle bloat, and the damage that bigger, heavier vehicles inflict on road, pedestrian and cycle space
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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(1/) After we covered Moorhen last week, this week, we are covering the closely related Coot this week! This feisty and sometimes aggressive species declined by 19% across the UK 1995–2023. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology
October 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM
(1/) After we covered Moorhen last week, this week, we are covering the closely related Coot this week! This feisty and sometimes aggressive species declined by 19% across the UK 1995–2023. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology
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(2/) Coot also declined by 48% along linear waterways across the UK 1999–2023, according to Waterways Breeding Bird Survey data. You can find out more about some of the possible reasons for this decline here: www.bto.org/learn/ab...
October 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM
(2/) Coot also declined by 48% along linear waterways across the UK 1999–2023, according to Waterways Breeding Bird Survey data. You can find out more about some of the possible reasons for this decline here: www.bto.org/learn/ab...
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If you still have friends on Twitter, maybe this will convince them to junk it. The Muskrat openly bankrolling Tommy Ten-Names in the UK courts brings Lord Rothermere and the BUF to mind, only Rothermere wasn't the richest man in the world. Fascism always goes hand-in-hand with obscene wealth.
October 13, 2025 at 6:34 PM
If you still have friends on Twitter, maybe this will convince them to junk it. The Muskrat openly bankrolling Tommy Ten-Names in the UK courts brings Lord Rothermere and the BUF to mind, only Rothermere wasn't the richest man in the world. Fascism always goes hand-in-hand with obscene wealth.
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"The Treasury....plans to gut green rules with amendments to its planning and infrastructure bill – ditching the precautionary principle, slashing species protections and curbing legal challenges"
Indefensible
This must be fought tooth and nail
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Indefensible
This must be fought tooth and nail
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The Guardian view on Labour targeting nature: the problem isn’t snails, but a broken housing model | Editorial
Editorial: Rachel Reeves’s drive to speed up development is beginning to treat wildlife and the environment as expendable. Voters want homes built, but not at any cost
www.theguardian.com
October 12, 2025 at 8:07 PM
"The Treasury....plans to gut green rules with amendments to its planning and infrastructure bill – ditching the precautionary principle, slashing species protections and curbing legal challenges"
Indefensible
This must be fought tooth and nail
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Indefensible
This must be fought tooth and nail
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...