Major new analysis out today concludes that introducing tougher carbon emissions targets will save the UK, and other European countries, millions of pounds. It would also lead to significant health and environmental benefits.

Some of us would complain about a nosey neighbour who peeked through the window and into our bedroom each day, but not Deirdre Baker - she receives a daily visit from a curious peregrine that nests nearby.

Classrooms across the county will be turned into bird hides this month, with binoculars fixed to eyes and noses pressed eagerly against windows - all in the name of science!

The environmental movement has spoken out repeatedly against policies that put short term profit ahead of our countryside and wildlife, eroding our natural capital and quality of life. But rarely have we been as incredulous as we were upon hearing the Coalition's Autumn Budget Statement.

The RSPB has welcomed the Committee on Climate Change Bioenergy Review released today (Wednesday December 7).