The IUCN UK Peatland Programme was set up in 2009 to promote peatland restoration in the UK. The Programme advocates the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice. Our work • Provides a focus for peatland research and management • Offers credible messages for decision makers • Facilitates consensus building and knowledge exchange • Highlights the benefits and values of peatland ecosystem services The IUCN UK Peatland Programme is one of several projects governed by the IUCN National Committee UK (https://www.iucn.org/).