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Olivia Blake MP criticises the Treasury for a “lack of co-ordination or leadership” over the climate emergency

by admin | Apr 29, 2021 | Environment, Politics

Sheffield Hallam MP, Olivia Blake, has called out the Treasury for neglecting their role in tackling climate change. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has produced a report warning that the Treasury and HMRC have a “limited understanding of the environmental impact”...

Sheffield BMX volunteers putting in 1000+ hours to maintain track

by joa19hh | Apr 29, 2021 | Community, Environment, Sport, Watch

The BMX track at Bolehills recreational ground has seen a surge in usage over the past year. The team of volunteers who maintain the track have had to work much harder after years of wear. Armed with shovels, pickaxes, hoses and brushes, the team spend many of their...

Sheffield City Council “forced” into changing tree felling approach, says environmentalist

by joa18iaj | Apr 22, 2021 | Community, Environment, News, Politics

A Sheffield tree warden has called Sheffield City Council’s decision to hire three forestry project development officers a “great victory”. John Miller, 48, who has been volunteering as a tree warden since December 2020, said: “Ultimately, it was very little to do...

Sheffield City Council “forced” into changing tree felling approach, says environmentalist

by admin | Apr 22, 2021 | Community, Environment, News, Politics

A Sheffield tree warden has called Sheffield City Council’s decision to hire three forestry project development officers a “great victory”. John Miller, 48, who has been volunteering as a tree warden since December 2020, said: “Ultimately, it was very little to do...

Open Gardens: “there is a huge and increasing appetite to visit inspirational outdoor spaces”

by admin | Apr 22, 2021 | Community, Environment, News

Following the many months that everyone was forced to stay inside, ticket sales are growing exponentially for a scheme allowing visitors to beautiful private gardens for fundraising purposes. Open Gardens, is part of the National Garden Scheme which was set up in the...

Region reacts to UK fast-track of climate goals

by joa19mb | Apr 22, 2021 | Community, Environment, News, Politics

A promise to commit to stronger climate change goals from Downing Street has been met with mixed reactions in South Yorkshire. The targets, set to become law in June 2021, include cutting carbon emissions by 78 per cent by 2035, bringing forward the government’s...
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