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The pandemic year: reflections on the green shoots of hope
As we hear what lockdowns lie ahead for us, we reflect – and look ahead.
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BREAKING: @BorisJohnson announces new target to cut carbon emissions.
But the government needs to remember the ... countryside can play a huge role in cutting emissions and locking in carbon.
It's time for real climate action #ClimateEmergency💪
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-55179008
A hedge is not only a boundary; not only a precious piece of natural real estate; not only a potentially ancient ... monument. A hedge is a living green embrace 💚
Explore the history of hedgerows - the stitching in our patchwork countryside #NationalTreeWeek https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/a-natural-history-of-hedgerows/
Hedgerows are superheroes 💪💪
They're great habitats for wildlife, help tackle climate change, and provide many a ... tasty treat for humans and animals alike!
Here’s our guide to hedgerows, and what they can offer the discerning forager. #NationalTreeWeek
https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/hedgerows-through-the-seasons/
‘I absolutely love the opportunities for adventure it provides me with’
Sandra is a wheelchair user. Support from ... charity @Open_Country_20 means she’s able to get out in the countryside – with her dog Millie by her side 😍
This is her story 👇 #IDPWD2020 https://www.cpre.org.uk/stories/no-no-entry-sign-on-the-countryside-for-wheelchair-users/
We believe the countryside is for everyone.
Meet three inspiring women making the outdoors more inclusive 👏👏
... Zahrah Mahmood, (Insta @the_hillwalking_hijabi) Rhiane Fatinikun @UkBgh and Omie Dale @BlackSwimAssoc
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2020/dec/02/the-bame-women-making-the-british-outdoors-more-inclusive
Today is #GivingTuesday and with 2020 having been a challenging year, we've realised just how important green spaces are... for our wellbeing.
We must ensure these spaces do not disappear.
Donate today to help build a better future for your countryside. > https://donate.cpre.org.uk/page/51367/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=GivingTuesday2020_Tw
Lots to like in the government's new roadmap for farming.
✔️ emphasis on restoring nature
✔️ recovery of ... degraded soils prioritised
✔️ recognition climate crisis is an existential threat.
But they need to get delivery and detail of the new policy right.
https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/government-post-brexit-farming-plans-good-news/
Strong words from Simon Jenkins on what he calls 'Boris Johnson's "mutant" planning algorithm'.
We agree the ... government's new plans could pose a huge risk to the countryside and the communities living and working within it.
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/nov/27/boris-johnson-planning-algorithm-england-white-paper
BREAKING: @BorisJohnson announces new target to cut carbon emissions.
But the government needs to remember the ... countryside can play a huge role in cutting emissions and locking in carbon.
It's time for real climate action #ClimateEmergency💪
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-55179008
A hedge is not only a boundary; not only a precious piece of natural real estate; not only a potentially ancient ... monument. A hedge is a living green embrace 💚
Explore the history of hedgerows - the stitching in our patchwork countryside #NationalTreeWeek https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/a-natural-history-of-hedgerows/
Hedgerows are superheroes 💪💪
They're great habitats for wildlife, help tackle climate change, and provide many a ... tasty treat for humans and animals alike!
Here’s our guide to hedgerows, and what they can offer the discerning forager. #NationalTreeWeek
https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/hedgerows-through-the-seasons/
‘I absolutely love the opportunities for adventure it provides me with’
Sandra is a wheelchair user. Support from ... charity @Open_Country_20 means she’s able to get out in the countryside – with her dog Millie by her side 😍
This is her story 👇 #IDPWD2020 https://www.cpre.org.uk/stories/no-no-entry-sign-on-the-countryside-for-wheelchair-users/
We believe the countryside is for everyone.
Meet three inspiring women making the outdoors more inclusive 👏👏
... Zahrah Mahmood, (Insta @the_hillwalking_hijabi) Rhiane Fatinikun @UkBgh and Omie Dale @BlackSwimAssoc
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2020/dec/02/the-bame-women-making-the-british-outdoors-more-inclusive
Today is #GivingTuesday and with 2020 having been a challenging year, we've realised just how important green spaces are... for our wellbeing.
We must ensure these spaces do not disappear.
Donate today to help build a better future for your countryside. > https://donate.cpre.org.uk/page/51367/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=GivingTuesday2020_Tw
Lots to like in the government's new roadmap for farming.
✔️ emphasis on restoring nature
✔️ recovery of ... degraded soils prioritised
✔️ recognition climate crisis is an existential threat.
But they need to get delivery and detail of the new policy right.
https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/government-post-brexit-farming-plans-good-news/
Strong words from Simon Jenkins on what he calls 'Boris Johnson's "mutant" planning algorithm'.
We agree the ... government's new plans could pose a huge risk to the countryside and the communities living and working within it.
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/nov/27/boris-johnson-planning-algorithm-england-white-paper
