Text by Paul de Zylva, Friends of the Earth. Reprinted with permission from FOE, www.friendsoftheearth.uk Theresa May’s original speech can be found on the gov.uk website under Prime Minister’s Speech on the Environment 11 January 2018. (www.gov.uk/government/speeches/) Here’s what we don’t like No legal underpinning: The government’s word is no guarantee. The plan must have legal…
By Mama D In Chapter 6 of the London Plan draft, policy E9 proposed that new hot food takeaways with A5 licenses which “generally sell food that is high in calories, fat, salt and sugar, and low in fibre, fruit and vegetables” be denied planning permission “within 400 metres walking distance of an existing or…
It’s troubling to think about how a growing population will be fed in the future, in the face of urbanisation and climate change. But perhaps the solutions we’re seeking are already on plates. Agroecological farming is the most common way of living and farming to the global population and is the source of most of…
The Community Food Growers Network is recruiting a Membership Development Coordinator to support the Network in developing the skills and capacity of our members to be more sustainable, resilient and entrepreneurial. The role is 2 days per week for 8 months, £23,660 pro rata (£6,309 take home, £13 per hour) To apply, please submit your application…