The retailers will remove products containing neonicotinoids, which are linked to the decline in the bee population

Fiona Harvey, environment correspondent
guardian.co.uk, Tuesday 29 January 2013 16.23 GMT

. The role of pesticides was much disputed, but the landmark pronouncement by the EFSA has found that there is an undeniable link between their use and the death of bees, giving added strength to campaigners….More at B&Q and Wickes pledge to withdraw products harmful to bees – The Guardian

B&Q and Wickes are banning products containing pesticides linked to the decline in bee populations.

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