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New research suggests badgers are one of the main threats to the survival of red-listed ground-nesting birds including lapwing and curlew, and that the risk of nests being predated increased during cold or dry weather when their staple diet of earthworms is less accessible.
One study, a comprehen...
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The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) is delighted to announce the expansion of its ambassadorial programme with the appointment of a new ambassador – Chelsea King.
Through the programme, the Trust aims to reach new audiences and highlight its unique role in delivering world-class sci...
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New leadership brings renewed focus on research, education, and future rural landscapes
The Allerton Project is proud to announce the appointment of Alice Mead as its new Head. With an extensive background in sustainable agriculture and regenerative practices, Alice brings over a decade of hands-...
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Country clothing brand Schöffel Country and the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) are thrilled to announce the finalists for the inaugural Schöffel Countryside Awards, which recognise those who are improving the health of the British countryside and delivering for nature.
More than 80...
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The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) is very pleased to announce that Jeremy Finnis DL has been selected as chairman-elect of GWCT. Jeremy will take over from our current chairman, Sir Jim Paice, when he steps down in July 2026.
A long-time member, Jeremy became chairman of the Esse...
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Dr Nick Hesford has been appointed Director of the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) in Scotland.
Having started his GWCT journey spending a year as a BSc student in 2010, Nick joined GWCT’s Uplands Research team in 2017 with a PhD in Biodiversity and Community Ecology and has worked ...
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Country clothing brand Schöffel Country and the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) want your nominations for your countryside heroes for their newly launched national awards before the 31 March deadline.
The Schöffel Countryside Awards – in partnership with the GWCT – recognises priva...
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Black grouse translocated to the North York Moors in a bid to expand the range of one of the UK’s rarest birds have successfully bred and fledged a total of 12 chicks in their first breeding season.
It is likely the first time in nearly 200 years black grouse have bred in the area. Occasional fem...
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A new and innovative celebration of the UK’s ‘working conservationists’
Country clothing brand Schöffel Country and the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) have come together to launch a new national awards that will recognise private land managers who are improving the health of the B...
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Our CEO Nick von Westenholz spoke to Country Life about our hopes and concerns for the countryside ahead of the 2025 Budget. (c. Country Life, November 19, 2025)
Nick von Westenholz, CEO of Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT):
When the Chancellor delivers her Budget on 26 November, land...
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