Theresa May unveils new 25-year Environment Plan in speech at the London Wetland Centre

The video discusses the UK's environmental and animal welfare policies post-Brexit, emphasizing the need to strengthen protections. It highlights initiatives to restrict harmful chemicals, support sustainable farming and fishing, and enhance animal welfare laws. The UK aims to lead in tackling wildlife trade and conservation, hosting international conferences to combat poaching. Challenges remain in land use and biodiversity, with significant declines in species since 1970.

What is one of the measures being taken to protect bees?

• Restricting neonicotinoids

• Increasing penalties for animal cruelty

• Banning ivory sales

• Introducing a new fishing policy

What new policy is being introduced in slaughterhouses to ensure animal welfare?

• Providing free veterinary services

• Increasing the number of staff

• Reducing working hours

• Mandatory CCTV installation

How is the government planning to recognize animals in legislation?

• As economic resources

• As endangered species

• As sentient beings

• As property

What is the purpose of the ban on UK sales of ivory?

• To reduce the price of ivory

• To support local artisans

• To prevent elephant poaching

• To increase government revenue

What has been the trend in the population of pollinating insects since 1980?

• Doubled

• Increased by 13%

• Decreased by 13%

• Remained stable