News and Opinion - British Ecological Society

Press Release: Stowaway frogs being stopped by border security

New model in Journal of Applied Ecology demonstrates the efficacy of biosecurity activities to reduce risk of wildlife disease introduction.

Policy Committee vacancy - Early Career representative

Help shape our work at the science-policy interface

The first EU list of 37 invasive alien species comes into force

The first 37 invasive alien species have been listed under the IAS Regulation and their associated restrictions now come into force. This is a welcomed step to stop the loss of biodiversity.

People, Politics and the Planet: Any Questions - Storify

What next for the UK environment post-Brexit?

How do ecologists access and use scientific information? Presenting the survey results...

This infographic shows the results of a survey asking how ecologists access and use scientific information.

Future of the natural environment after the EU referendum

Contribute to our response to the Environmental Audit Committee's new inquiry.

“We cannot afford a two year pause in our pursuit of excellence” – Brexit and Science Inquiry responses

A round up of responses to the Brexit and Science Inquiry.

Jo Johnson gives evidence to Brexit and Science Inquiry

Jo Johnson addresses concerns about Brexit and science.

Discussions from the People, Politics and the Planet: Any Questions event

Write up of the discussion held at the People, Politics and the Planet: Any Questions event

Peatland Restoration and Ecosystem Services

A new Ecological Reviews edited by Aletta Bonn, Tim Allot, Martin Evans, Hans Joosten & Rob Stoneman.

Worms at the Festival of Nature

Victoria Burton takes Earthworm Watch to the Festival of Nature 2016.

Press Release: Hidden salmon diversity sustains First Nations fisheries

New research in Journal of Applied Ecology shows that salmon biodiversity supports food security of indigenous fisheries.

Press Release: Be wary of knotweed advice on the web, researchers warn

A new article in Journal of Applied Ecology studies the advice about Japanese knotweed available on the internet for gardeners.

Science and Technology Committee inquiry: what does leaving the EU mean for UK science?

Contribute your views on the the implications and opportunities of leaving the European Union for UK science

Science After the Referendum: What next? Reporting from Parliamentary Links Day

Attendees gathered at the annual Links day to discuss ‘Science After the Referendum: What next?’