UK's Environment Department (Defra) faces further budget cuts, despite warnings that it will hinder progress in meeting nature and climate targets. The department has already seen a 35% decline in its budget since 2009/10, with plans for an additional 20% cut.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/29/hard-hit-defra-to-have-budget-slashed-further-despite-warnings