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Three years on - a renewed call to protect a wildlife haven

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Three years on - a renewed call to protect a wildlife haven
Local community groups and national wildlife organisations have once again called on Scottish Government agency NatureScot to urgently act to protect one of Ayrshire’s most important wildlife sites.
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Local community groups and national wildlife organisations have once again called on Scottish Government agency NatureScot to urgently act to protect one of Ayrshire’s most important wildlife sites.…

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Do you look at farm animals in the fields and appreciate the land management job they do?
Food, farming and the British landscape are intrinsically linked so we hope we have given you food for thought with the last week of articles. Recap at c-js.uk/3VIVSXx
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a view looking down a valley to a town with tree lined streets. Ground is covered by heather and bilbery. Text reads: Food, farming and the British landscape - intrinsically connected.

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Webinar: 7/11: An Introduction to Lowland Heaths with Aaron Bhambra – Webinar by @fieldstudiesc.bsky.social
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RSPB: Senior Policy Officer - Energy advertised with CJS

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Training: Arbsystem: Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting, Brush Wood Chipper, Tree Climbing and Rescue, Safe Use of a Stump Grinder, Aerial Tree Rigging, Small Tree Felling and Aerial Chainsaw
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Senior Policy Officer - Energy with @rspb.bsky.social location flexible in UK, with travel, full-time (part-time considered) for 12 months c-js.uk/4ofuDA5

Location: Flexible in UK, however travel to London and Bedfordshire will be required and further afield on occasion. Terms: Fixed Term, 12 months, Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week (Part-Time and…

Arctic seals threatened by climate change, birds decline globally – IUCN Red List

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Arctic seals threatened by climate change, birds decline globally – IUCN Red List
Three species of Arctic seal have moved closer to extinction, according to the latest update of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™. More than half of bird species globally are also in decline.
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 10 October 2025 (IUCN World Conservation Congress) – Three species of Arctic seal have moved closer to extinction, according to the latest update of the IUCN Red List…

Bore Place: Ranger advertised with CJS

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Ranger with Bore Place, full-time, fixed term for one year based in Chiddingstone, Kent c-js.uk/4n2Rz4C

Fixed-term, 1 year Hours: full-time Salary: £25,000-£30,000 (depending on experience) We’re excited to announce a new Ranger role at Bore Place, made possible through our collaborative relationship…

Water policy is getting a long-overdue shakeup. Small waters could deliver big wins, fast

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Water policy is getting a long-overdue shakeup. Small waters could deliver big wins, fast - @freshwaterhabitats.bsky.social
In the coming weeks, Government will publish a white paper outlining plans for the new Water Reform Bill.
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In the coming weeks, Government will publish a white paper outlining plans for the new Water Reform Bill. This Bill will implement the recommendations of the Independent Water Commission.

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Event: 14/1: Wildlife Gardening Virtual Symposium by @biologicalrecording.co.uk

Threatened species and precious habitats to be better protected with new funding boost for overseas conservation projects

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Tree Planting Assistant (Seasonal) with Fife Coast and Countryside Trust, based at The Pitcairn Centre, Glenrothes, 36 hpw, fixed term to 31/3/26 c-js.uk/4odlRCC

Countryside Jobs Service @countrysidejobs.bsky.social · 2d

Threatened species and precious habitats to be better protected with new funding boost for overseas conservation projects
The package will support local action to restore nature, reduce poverty and address climate change around the world.
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CJS Training Directory: Identification and Field Survey Skills - Herpetology, Fish and Invertebrates short courses.

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Training: @CIEEM.bsky.social: Marine Connections: from Seagrasses to Cetaceans
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Short courses providing practical training in how to identify, classify and survey reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

Hampshire County Council: Assistant Ranger advertised with CJS

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Assistant Ranger with @hantsconnect.bsky.social based in Royal Victoria Country Park, Southampton, full-time, permanent position c-js.uk/3J4OdQv

Salary Range: £25,186 - £26,244 per annum, plus Sunday Enhancements Royal Victoria Country Park has a full programme of events for the public, welcomes school visits and has a very successful Friends…

Scottish Wildlife Trust: Ecologist (Inverbroom) advertised with CJS

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Webinar: 27/1: Bird Pellets by @suffolkwildlife.bsky.social
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Ecologist (Inverbroom) with @ScotWildlife.bsky.social based in Ullapool, Inverbroom c-js.uk/4obA9DN

Salary: £27,000 - £28,500 Location: Ullapool, Inverbroom Status: Fixed term until February 2027 Are you passionate about protecting and understanding the natural world? We’re looking for a dedicated…

Scottish Wildlife Trust: Natural Heritage Officer (Inverbroom) advertised with CJS

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Natural Heritage Officer (Inverbroom) with @ScotWildlife.bsky.social full-time, permanent position based in Ullapool, Inverbroom c-js.uk/3IEeEMZ

Salary: £25,750 - £27,295 Location: Ullapool, Inverbroom Status: Full time, Permanent We’re looking for a committed Natural Heritage Officer to help protect and enhance our natural environment for…

Charities’ plans for historic Rothbury Estate gain support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to kickstart vital work on the ground

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Juicy steak, full flavoured cheese, lamb chop, creamy milk and sausages all help British biodiversity, so tuck in! This #BritishFoodFortnight find out why native British breeds belong on your plate in a warming world. c-js.uk/4nomtVR

2 herdwick sheep with white faces and legs along with black fleeced bodies looking at the camera on rough grazing. Text reads: Why native British breeds belong on your plate in a warming world

Countryside Jobs Service @countrysidejobs.bsky.social · 2d

Ecologist and Land Manager with Langley Abbey Environment Project. Full time, permanent post in Langley, Norfolk c-js.uk/4ogIJkS

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Charities’ plans for historic Rothbury Estate gain support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to kickstart vital work on the ground - @NorthWildlife.bsky.social
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The Wildlife Trusts alongside Northumberland Wildlife Trust have received initial support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for the Rothbury Estate, it was announced today.

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Event: 20/11: Scottish Organic Gathering 2025 by @SoilAssocScot.bsky.social

Over a quarter of schools in England are transforming their sites for nature

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Over a quarter of schools in England are transforming their sites for nature - @nhm-london.bsky.social
Over a quarter of all schools and colleges across England have come together to create a network of green spaces to improve their outdoor site for thousands of young people.
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7,500 educational settings now taking part in the free National Education Nature Park programme

CJS Training Directory:Identification and Field Survey Skills - Plants and Habitats short courses

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Training: @biologicalrecording.co.uk: Ferns of the UK: Spleenworts, Ferns of the UK: Male & Buckler Ferns, Identifying Mosses
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Practical training in how to identify higher and lower orders of plants, how to classify vegetation groups and invasive alien species, also survey techniques. This page also details courses where a…

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Teens discover green jobs at Fife’s first nature-based careers fair - @scotlandtbp.bsky.social
Pupils took part in hands-on workshops covering ecology skills, creative nature art, rewilding design and climate action.
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Webinar: 15/1: Bugs on the Move by @suffolkwildlife.bsky.social

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Details of professional events and training that are held online, participation via video conferences, recorded lectures and seminars that can be viewed online and / or downloaded.

Over 200 signatories calling for stronger protections

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Over 200 signatories calling for stronger protections - @campaign4parks.bsky.social
More than 200 organisations from across the UK have written to the Prime Minister urging the Government not to weaken or remove the legal protections for National Parks and National Landscapes.
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