Wildlife and the environment in far-flung British territories are under threat, says a report.
Environment ministers from Britain's overseas territories say the government has cut funds and been distracted by Brexit. They say there is huge confusion among government departments about responsibility for the territories.
The government calls the criticism unfair and points to its creation of large marine protection areas.
The UK holds jurisdiction over 19 British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies - parts of the British Empire that have not been granted independence or have voted to remain British territories.
Therefore, I would argue that it is time for the colonies to take more responsability and control of their environments. Editor
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