Archive for March 19th, 2008
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An interactive discussion about the impact of modern farming on our climate was held today by Devon County Council, involving National Farmers’ Union (NFU), Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research (IGER) and Devon Wildlife Trust (DWT).
The jury-style happening, which was hosted by Devon County Council was asked the question: “Is Devon’s farming fit for purpose in the era of climate change?â€
Before the event Professor Michael Winter, director of the Centre for Rural Policy Research, told the PRSD: “The UK agricultural sector currently makes a relatively large contribution to the total Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions each year, largely methane and nitrous oxide. However, it is also in a near unique position to address this issue, as it has the ability to capture, store and maintain carbon and take other actions to reduce GHG emissions.â€
To view the webcast and slides of the event brush away the cobwebs of Devon County Council’s electronic archive.
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March 19th, 2008
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A check-up on the future of the NHS will take place at the Corn Exchange, Exeter on Thursday April 3, 10am-3pm.
The day-long seminar is open to anyone whether involved in providing health and social care services or on the receiving end – patients or punters.
Those involved in the day will be Dr Donal Hynes, NHS Alliance, Prof Sheena Asthana, of the University of Plymouth and Elli Pang, of the National Association of Patient Forums.
The sort of things in the medicine cabinet of discussion, are, according to the Socialist Health Association:
How would polyclincs work in rural areas?
How could more care be given closer to home?
How will the money work?
How can people be involved in local decision-making?
And so on and so forth.
Cost: (includes a good lunch) Statutory and commercial organisations £60. Voluntary organisations £25, SHA members £12 (includes members of affiliated organisations such as Unite and Unison who represent their union or pay their own way).
Unfunded organisations and individuals and for more details, contact the Socialist Health Association.
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March 19th, 2008
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Regular readers will remember our Fairtrade Fortnight give away (courtesy of our friends EthicalSuperstore.com).
The winner picked out of our virtual hat is Colin Austin, who has been campaigning for Fairtrade and organic goods. He has managed to get them in the village shop and has convinced the college where he works to have a Fairtrade event and to include Fairtrade food in the college’s cafes and restaurants.
Congrats Colin. You’re Fairtrade pack will wend its way with the Easter Bunny.
Of course, you don’t have to wait for prize draws to tell us what you’re up to. We’re always eager to hear what yous citizens are doing. Just email info@peoplesrepublicofsouthdevon.co.uk
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March 19th, 2008
