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Read Natural England’s "Lines to Take on Wildfire" document, released via FOI. Discover how wildfire risk was framed as a messaging issue rather than public safety.

2025 has been a busy year and we've covered a range of key issues in our regular blog posts. Here are our ten most-read posts this year.

Peatland rewetting caused a short-term carbon spike before recovery. We analyze why practical conservation requires a long-term view.

Update: High Court lists Jan 27th permission hearing for the heather burning regulations judicial review. See what this critical step means for the case.

The 2029 election brings a rare chance for the countryside. It’s time to stop tweaking broken rules and ask the vital question: what do we want instead?

MA members have been requesting clarification on when Natural England (NE) must undertake a Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA).

New study validates traditional fire management. Managed burning reduced wildfires by 22% in Brazil , proving local stewardship protects landscapes.

Wildfire incidents are surging in 2025. MAWWFRS reveals a new collaborative strategy to tackle the threat. Read about the new options for rural safety here.

Discover 5 ways grouse moors support threatened wildlife. Science reveals how management saves Curlews, Hen Harriers, and Mountain Hares from local extinction.

"Fire Highways" threaten England's moors with catastrophic wildfire. Discover how controlled burning and fuel management can stop the spread and protect peatlands.

New research: The Dava Moor fire released 39,338 tonnes of carbon. Learn why active moorland management is vital to protect our peatlands from future megafires.

Get the dates and locations for MA Members/Agents/Keepers meetings in February 2026.