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Breathing New Life into the Moor: The Science of Controlled Burning
Discover how traditional controlled burning revitalises moorland heather, boosting essential soil nutrients and plant health in this easy-to-read science summary.

Rob Beeson
Mar 164 min read


Defra’s Wildfire Policies are Putting Public Health at Risk: our letter to The Telegraph
Why is Defra risking public health and NHS budgets by banning moorland heather burning? Read our letter to The Telegraph on the flaws in current wildfire policy.

Andrew Gilruth
Mar 161 min read


White-Tailed Eagles in Cumbria: Our Consultation Response
The Moorland Association details key concerns over the Cumbrian White-Tailed Eagle Project. Learn how releasing 66+ birds impacts rural land and local farming.

Andrew Gilruth
Mar 133 min read


A Wake-Up Call at Danes Moss: Why Rewetting Alone Cannot Prevent Wildfires
The recent wildfire at the wet Danes Moss bog proves rewetting alone can't stop blazes. Learn why active management of surface vegetation is vital for peatlands

Rob Beeson
Mar 123 min read


LSE Video Shows Why Traditional Land Management is Our Best Defense Against Wildfires
LSE research reveals the real cause of extreme wildfires: dangerous fuel loads. Discover why traditional land management and controlled burning are our best defense.

Rob Beeson
Mar 115 min read


Fact Check: Is 80% of UK Peatland Really "Damaged"?
Is 80% of UK peatland really damaged? We investigate the origins of this statistic, expose data flaws, and reveal the true state of our moorlands.

Rob Beeson
Mar 104 min read


Nutrients on the Moor: The Science Behind Traditional Management
Discover how traditional moorland management, like controlled burning, boosts the nutritional value of heather for red grouse and livestock in our latest summary.

Rob Beeson
Mar 94 min read


Science Validates Tradition: How Moorland Management Protects Against Wildfire
A scientific study reveals how traditional controlled burning on moorlands reduces severe wildfire risks by managing heather fuel loads and protecting peat soils.

Rob Beeson
Mar 94 min read


2026 UK Wildfire & Emissions Data
Get the latest real-time wildfire and emissions data for the UK including total area burnt, number of wildfires, carbon emissions and PM2.5 emissions.

Rob Beeson
Mar 91 min read


Science Confirms: Controlled Burning Protects Moorland Soils and Carbon
Discover how new research proves traditional prescribed burning, when conducted by trained teams, protects vital moorland soils and underground carbon stores.

Rob Beeson
Mar 94 min read


Lead Ammunition: What the New Law Means for Grouse Moors
Defra’s lead ammunition ban is now law. With a 1 April 2029 deadline, grouse moors must immediately transition by securing supply, testing alternatives, and preparing.

Andrew Gilruth
Mar 62 min read


What Happened at the Environmental Audit Committee’s Peatland Inquiry
Read Moorland Association CEO Andrew Gilruth's evidence to the EAC Peatland Inquiry on why controlled burning is essential to prevent severe upland wildfires.

Rob Beeson
Mar 56 min read
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