Join the ‘Congestion Conversation’ – Greater Manchester Consultation
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has launched a ‘Congestion Conversation’ in which he would like to hear about ‘how congestion is impacting people’s lives’ and canvas ideas for reducing it. Here’s how we’ll be responding, and would encourage you to … Continue reading
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#ProtectOurFutures action in Manchester
On Saturday 14 October, people across the world stood together in an international day of action to protect our futures from fossil fuel projects.
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Why eating grass-fed beef isn’t going to help fight climate change
What is the net climate impact of grass-fed ruminants, taking into account all greenhouse gas emissions and removals? The new report Grazed and Confused looks into the evidence. Beef gets a bad press, environmentally speaking. We’re bombarded with reports highlighting … Continue reading
Join the ‘Congestion Conversation’ – Greater Manchester Consultation
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has launched a ‘Congestion Conversation’ in which he would like to hear about ‘how congestion is impacting people’s lives’ and canvas ideas for reducing it. Here’s how we’ll be responding, and would encourage you to … Continue reading
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Save Ryedale’s bats #DontFrackOurBats
Protected bat species have been identified right next to a fracking site in Ryedale, Yorkshire. Ecologists have recommended that work must not go ahead at the site until a full investigation has been carried out. But fracking company Third Energy plans … Continue reading
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UYL – Sourdough September again !
Sourdough September is when the Real Bread Campaign goes on a mission to help everyone discover that: life’s sweeter with sourdough! Have a go at making your own sourdough bread . . . First, you will need to create a … Continue reading
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October Waste campaign meeting
We held the October Waste campaign meeting this Wednesday during which we discussed our findings about Manchester take-away businesses and planned future actions. To recap, our campaign focuses on single-use items in local take-aways. The aim is to influence businesses … Continue reading
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#ProtectOurFutures action in Manchester
On Saturday 14 October, people across the world stood together in an international day of action to protect our futures from fossil fuel projects.
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Getting the North on Track: our Message to Conservative Conference
On the morning of Monday 2nd October, “Thomas the Tank engine” and a pre-pay meter, helped transport campaigners ask Conservative Party conference delegates to put some money in the electricity meter to help fund the rail electrification programme that the … Continue reading
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Government plan for plastic bottle deposit scheme welcomed
Gove investigates deposit scheme for drinks plastic bottles – but stays silent on tougher action on bee-harming pesticides Michael Gove’s consultation on a deposit scheme for drinks containers in England has been welcomed by Friends of the Earth. But the … Continue reading
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News release: Rail electrification in the North? …Sorry no money for the meter!
On Monday 2nd October, “Thomas the Tank engine” and a pre-pay meter, will be helping transport campaigners ask Conservative Party conference delegates to put some money in the electricity meter to help fund the rail electrification programme that the Government … Continue reading
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News release: Bike to Support City’s Cycling & Walking Ambition
Love Your Bike are inviting people to join one of the Bike Friday cycle rides on Friday 29th September to show support for Chris Boardman’s (Cycling & Walking Commissioner) plans to make Greater Manchester a truly cycling friendly city. [1]
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Stockport Local Plan and SEMMMs refresh – consultation responses.
Manchester Friends of the Earth have submitted consultation responses to both the Stockport Local Plan and SEMMMs (South East Manchester Multi-Modal Strategy) Refresh consultations.
Manchester Friends of the Earth’s Response to DEFRA Consultation on Improving Air Quality
On 15th June 2017, we submitted this response to the Government’s plans for tackling nitrogen oxide pollution in our towns and cities. With thanks to Client Earth for their guidance on these issues and this particular consultation. 7 How satisfied … Continue reading
Synopsis of CPRE’s response to the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework
CPRE believes the Draft Greater Manchester Spatial Framework needs improvement for the next Publication Version or it risks promoting short term unsustainable development growth and it will imperil Greater Manchester Combined Authority GMCA’s own stated aims and objectives for sustainable … Continue reading
