“a rural housing task force is joining forces to shine a light on the crisis” . The issue of homelessness in rural areas is not normally on… Read More »Rural homelessness

‘Climate Shock’: climate change is “almost uniquely global, uniquely long term, uniquely irreversible, and uniquely uncertain”. . Everyone’s jumping on the ‘net zero’ bandwagon –… Read More »“The profound level of uncertainty” around climate change

“Rather than looking at all the small pieces of the jigsaw, we’ve got to stand back and look at the full picture to make sure… Read More »What’s the carbon footprint of a gas field, an electric car, a football stadium?

… looking at employee rights, from statutory sick pay to flexible working and parental leave. “… to help areas in need of more workers, there… Read More »Supporting the world of work after the pandemic

“GENERATING IDEAS AND INSPIRING PROJECTS FOR THE FUTURE” “Fundamentally, the VGS is there to support and nurture positive and effective ventures in the Sid Valley.” … Read More »What is the Vision Group for Sidmouth all about? 

Why Southwest England is emerging as a hotbed of aquacultural innovation. “The importance of a sustainable ocean economy – or ‘blue economy’ – is growing… Read More »Could seaweed become a major part of the economy of the South West?

A place for “raising awareness and providing a spot for folk to give feedback.” “This could be a real chance for real engagement on the… Read More »A pop-up green hub for Sidmouth’s high street?

REGULATING SECOND HOMES EMERGENCY ACCOMODATION LOCAL HOUSING FOR LOCAL PEOPLE ETHICAL CONSIDERATION “There is actually no evidence base that has drawn any link whatsoever between… Read More »Steps to ease the housing crisis on the South-West

“Redevelopment of The Knowle – Update” “McCarthy Stone will be preparing alternative proposals for The Knowle’s redevelopment, which as a result will have to be… Read More »BREAKING: Knowle relocation project: Lifestory/Pegasus to sell site to McCarthy Stone

“Optimise the balance between food production, resource use and environmental impact.” . There’s been a bit of hysteria lately about the future of farming: People… Read More »Avoiding a food crisis through research

… the development of a festival identity . Last weekend saw the big return of the SeaFest: VGS @ SeaFest 2022: reports and feedback –… Read More »Sidmouth: festival town 2022

“Going organic has triggered the devastation of Sri Lanka’s economy.” [Daily Mail, UK] Or: “Bad policy decisions taken haphazardly would be closer to the truth.”… Read More »Is organic farming responsible for Sri Lanka’s food crisis?

“The judges were captivated by the skill, endeavour and charm of A Rewilding Britain Landscape – every step is exquisite.” . The ‘meadowy’ and ‘shaggy’… Read More »Beavers and biodiversity win at Chelsea

“As the UK breaks away from the European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the region’s network of predominantly small, family-run farms are ‘particularly vulnerable’ to… Read More »Of farming – trade deals, standards, workers and subsidies: in the South West

The Joanna Toole Ghost Gear Solutions Award announced . Joanna Toole Foundation newsletter May ’22 Friends, We don’t over-burden you with mailings so lots to… Read More »Joanna Toole Foundation newsletter May 2022