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Members of Extinction Rebellion (XR) Arrested as Climate Protests Resume

Mon, 14 September 2020

After they were largely placed on hold by the coronavirus pandemic, Extinction Rebellion (XR) has resumed its efforts to urge the government to take urgent action against the climate crisis this month. A series of actions, aimed at highlighting the worsening ecological crisis, have been taking place across the UK,  including London and Manchester.  

Last Friday (4th September), XR protesters blocked three printing presses overnight accusing mainstream media of failing to report on the climate crisis. Protesters targeted presses which print Rupert Murdoch-owned titles, including The Sun and The Times. Out of the approximately 80 initially arrested, seventy-seven people have been charged. 

Meanwhile, more than 600 people have been arrested during five days of climate crisis protests last week in central London. One of their aims was to urge MPs to back the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill.

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Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill (CEE Bill)

Mon, 14 September 2020

A year after the UK declared a climate emergency, a new Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill (CEE Bill) has been launched which demands that the UK government brings the urgent action needed to mitigate the climate and ecological crisis into law. It will be put before parliament if it receives enough support.

The Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill calls for the UK government to:

  • Create a proper plan to reduce our real fair share of carbon emissions;
     
  • Calculate our entire carbon footprint, including import and export emissions;
     
  • Protect, conserve, and restore nature here and overseas;
     
  • Reduce reliance on future carbon capture technologies which is used as an excuse to carry on polluting;
     
  • And form a “Citizens Assembly” so people can have a say in the way forward.

The CEE Bill was written with contributions by respected climate, energy, and ecology academics, alongside a lead author of the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Report. The Bill also has the backing of Extinction Rebellion and Volans, a business sustainability firm.

  1. Read the CEE Bill
  2. Sign up here to show your support for the CEE Bill.
  3. Ask Your MP To Back The CEE Bill: XR Digital Rebellion

 

Be Savvy - Be Energy Smart  | Citizens Advice Bassetlaw

Mon, 14 September 2020

Be Savvy - Be Energy Smart  
Citizens Advice Bassetlaw

Citizens Advice Bassetlaw has a new Energy Team! 

Their qualified team of expert energy advisers can help with:

  • Finding cheaper energy tariffs and helpling you switch suppliers;
  • Supporting you to access schemes such as Warm Home Discount and Priority Services Register;
  • Resolving complaints and problems with energy providers;
  • Energy debts;
  • And answering any energy related questions;

For a free, confidential and impartial energy advice, call us on 01909 498892 or email energy@bassetlawca.org.uk. 

You can also refer yourself or someone else by filling in this form.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Youth Trustee

Mon, 14 September 2020

Are you (or someone you know) 18 to 25 years old and passionate about connecting people with nature? Then this part-time volunteer role as a Youth Trustee for Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust could be for you!

As a Youth Trustee, you would represent young people, and bring the perspective of a young person to their board of Trustees.  The role would involve attending a few weekday evening meetings a year and is a great insight in how a charity is run.

The Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is the county's leading conservation charity run by local people for the benefit of local wildlife.

If you are interested, please visit https://bit.ly/328HOeL to apply.  Deadline for applications is 17th October 2020

Public Consultation on Renewable Energy Generation By Sustainable Hayfield

Mon, 14 September 2020

Sustainable Hayfield, which has received grant funding to do a feasibility study on the potential for a solar farm within the parish, has undertaken a public consultation on local residents' views on renewables powering their homes. Survey forms were delivered door to door and by email. Links were shared via social media and a local shop acted as collection point for hard copy versions. A socially distanced small street stall was staffed to garner interest.
 
At close of survey, an impressive 180 responses were received. Responses will now be analysed to help guide Sustainable Hayfield's future approach.

For more information, please contact shayfieldenergygroup@gmail.com