Bumblebee declines can be contributed to a number of factors such as disease, parasites, habitat loss, competition from other species and the effects of pesticides. However of these many risks, pesticide use is under our immediate control.

During 2015 the Trust will continue to focus its influence and advocacy work on this incredibly important issue as we prepare to engage in the impending review of the current EU ban on the use of three neonicotinoid pesticides. We will continue to advocate that the ban imposed by Europe should be applied indefinitely given that there is now such a wealth of evidence that clearly shows how these pesticides are harming our bumblebees and other pollinating insects.

The cost of us carrying out this work is anticipated to be £3,383.

A donation of £282 would support one day of staff time necessary to research and respond to consultations and influence government officials.