News Categorises: Biodiversity

Volunteers Tackle Invasive Himalayan Balsam in St Ives, Bingley

On Saturday, 18th May, a group of volunteers took on the challenge of removing invasive Himalayan Balsam from St Ives, Bingley.  The team wasted no time and got straight to...

Bradford Council Embraces No Mow May 2024 for Biodiversity and Carbon Capture

Bradford Council has thrown its support behind the No Mow May campaign, championing the initiative to allow grass to flourish, benefiting wildlife and combating carbon emissions. The national campaign, spearheaded...

Another successful tree planting event at St Ives, Bingley!

Building on the success of our tree planting event in December of last year, we are delighted to share the news of another milestone – the successful completion of a...

New National Nature Reserve in the Bradford District

Natural England and Bradford Council are joining forces to create a new National Nature Reserve in the Bradford District. This endeavour aims to showcase the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife...

The West Yorkshire Mayor’s Climate Community Grant Scheme (Bradford)

Bradford Council is working in partnership with the Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority to offer grants to community groups to support climate-friendly projects as we...

St Ives felling update – we need your help! 

Tree felling and rhododendron clearance work in the Statutory Plant Health Notice (SPHN) areas is now mostly complete. The last load of timber has left the site, and the main...

Biodiversity and the Climate Emergency

Biodiversity breakdown has seen 60% of all wildlife lost in the past 50 years and climate breakdown is accelerating the damage. It has been reported that the Australian fires damaged...