Climate & health: New research shows toxic plankton is shifting along Europe’s coast, with shellfish closures increasingly driven by harmful algae that can’t be spotted by taste or sight. Water pollution: Surfers Against Sewage’s live map flags fresh sewage discharges into rivers and Lyme Bay in Dorset, pointing to overloaded systems and ageing infrastructure. Farming policy: Defra has reopened the Sustainable Farming Incentive in England, with applications starting 30 June for small farms and those not already on Environmental Land Management, after a cliff-edge pause last year. Air quality politics: Bradford’s Clean Air Zone is back in the spotlight as Reform UK’s council leader calls for a review and possible scrapping, despite legal requirements tied to pollution targets. Built environment risk: The British Geological Survey warns millions of homes face future subsidence risk from hotter, drier summers, with the most vulnerable areas including London, Essex and Kent. Local green wins: South Ayrshire’s six beaches retain Scotland’s Beach Award for cleanliness, safety, amenities and biodiversity. Data centres debate: A report highlights how London’s data centre boom is sparking fights over homes, energy and water, while community groups push for greener planning.