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29/10/2009
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Death Drive 'Unlicensed'
A convicted drink driver who has never held a driving licence has admitted causing the death of a young mother in a car crash in Lanarkshire. Stacey Muldoon, 23, was a passenger in a car driven by Robert Park which hit a lamppost in Larkhall in July last year. A court heard Park, 22, was more than twice the legal alcohol limit. He will be sentenced next month.
Mum's Swine Flu Condition 'Stable'
A new mother airlifted from Northern Ireland to London after contracting swine flu is now in a stable condition. The 36-year-old woman was diagnosed with the virus shortly after giving birth at the Erne Hospital in Enniskillen last week. She was then moved to Craigavon Area Hospital, where the diagnoses was confirmed. A spokesperson for the Southern Health Trust said the decision was made to transfer the patient to Royal Brompton Hospital in London last Friday. Although Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust declined to comment on the treatment the woman is receiving, a spokesman said her condition was stable.
Hot & Bothered On Climate
The National Beef Association (NBA) is appalled at the simplicity of well publicised, pre-Copenhagen conference analysis, which concentrates on methane reduction in the livestock sector and ignores much wider problems caused by the rapidly expanding global economy, and the daily encouragement given to consumers to raise the tempo of their every day demands. "If the challenges raised by climate change are to be conquered, citizens of the UK, Europe, and the developing world too, will have to address much more than meat eating and make, hugely uncomfortable decisions on the consumption of other, everyday products, they currently take for granted," explained NBA Director, Kim Haywood.
'Planning' For Climate Change
A campaign is being launched in Parliament to persuade the government to 'put climate change at the heart of the English planning system'. A cross-sector coalition of organisations – including leading planners and countryside and environmental organisations - has drawn up draft planning guidance which would transform the system's ability to meet the challenge of tackling climate change. The coalition, which has been brought together by Friends of the Earth and the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA), has made detailed suggestions for improving the planning process by making it fairer and ensuring that it plays its part in slashing carbon emissions and meeting the targets set out in the Climate Change Act.
(BMcC/KMcA)
A convicted drink driver who has never held a driving licence has admitted causing the death of a young mother in a car crash in Lanarkshire. Stacey Muldoon, 23, was a passenger in a car driven by Robert Park which hit a lamppost in Larkhall in July last year. A court heard Park, 22, was more than twice the legal alcohol limit. He will be sentenced next month.
Mum's Swine Flu Condition 'Stable'
A new mother airlifted from Northern Ireland to London after contracting swine flu is now in a stable condition. The 36-year-old woman was diagnosed with the virus shortly after giving birth at the Erne Hospital in Enniskillen last week. She was then moved to Craigavon Area Hospital, where the diagnoses was confirmed. A spokesperson for the Southern Health Trust said the decision was made to transfer the patient to Royal Brompton Hospital in London last Friday. Although Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust declined to comment on the treatment the woman is receiving, a spokesman said her condition was stable.
Hot & Bothered On Climate
The National Beef Association (NBA) is appalled at the simplicity of well publicised, pre-Copenhagen conference analysis, which concentrates on methane reduction in the livestock sector and ignores much wider problems caused by the rapidly expanding global economy, and the daily encouragement given to consumers to raise the tempo of their every day demands. "If the challenges raised by climate change are to be conquered, citizens of the UK, Europe, and the developing world too, will have to address much more than meat eating and make, hugely uncomfortable decisions on the consumption of other, everyday products, they currently take for granted," explained NBA Director, Kim Haywood.
'Planning' For Climate Change
A campaign is being launched in Parliament to persuade the government to 'put climate change at the heart of the English planning system'. A cross-sector coalition of organisations – including leading planners and countryside and environmental organisations - has drawn up draft planning guidance which would transform the system's ability to meet the challenge of tackling climate change. The coalition, which has been brought together by Friends of the Earth and the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA), has made detailed suggestions for improving the planning process by making it fairer and ensuring that it plays its part in slashing carbon emissions and meeting the targets set out in the Climate Change Act.
(BMcC/KMcA)
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The UK will 'fast track' a new set of nuclear reactors, the Climate Secretary said today. Making the announcement, Ed Miliband insisted the country could not afford to "say no" to nuclear power. Mr Miliband outlined almost a dozen sites identified as suitable for new energy schemes, across northern and southern England, and north Wales.
Miliband Backs Nuclear Expansion
The UK will 'fast track' a new set of nuclear reactors, the Climate Secretary said today. Making the announcement, Ed Miliband insisted the country could not afford to "say no" to nuclear power. Mr Miliband outlined almost a dozen sites identified as suitable for new energy schemes, across northern and southern England, and north Wales.
25 November 2011
Met Scientist Awarded For Extreme Weather Discovery
One of the Met Office’s leading scientists has won a prestigious award for research, which has shed new light on how climate change could influence extreme weather over Europe. Dr Adam Scaife has won the Climate Change category of the Lloyd’s Science of Risk Prize, which recognises leading research that could have a big impact on risk management.
Met Scientist Awarded For Extreme Weather Discovery
One of the Met Office’s leading scientists has won a prestigious award for research, which has shed new light on how climate change could influence extreme weather over Europe. Dr Adam Scaife has won the Climate Change category of the Lloyd’s Science of Risk Prize, which recognises leading research that could have a big impact on risk management.
28 October 2010
Defra Commits £100m To International Forestry Projects
The Government has committed £100 million to international forestry projects which provide specific benefits for biodiversity.
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23 March 2009
Third Sector Taskforce On Climate Change And Environment Launched
A new taskforce launched today will help the government and the not-for-profit sector to tackle climate change and environmental issues.
Third Sector Taskforce On Climate Change And Environment Launched
A new taskforce launched today will help the government and the not-for-profit sector to tackle climate change and environmental issues.
10 January 2008
'Green' Light For Nuclear Power Stations
What has been described as a new - cleaner - generation of nuclear power stations has been given the formal go-ahead by the government. Business Secretary John Hutton told MPs that nuclear power would help secure the UK's future energy supplies and fight climate change.
'Green' Light For Nuclear Power Stations
What has been described as a new - cleaner - generation of nuclear power stations has been given the formal go-ahead by the government. Business Secretary John Hutton told MPs that nuclear power would help secure the UK's future energy supplies and fight climate change.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with outbreaks of mainly light rain at times, although there may be the odd heavier burst. Driest in the south and east during the afternoon. Moderate southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Staying cloudy throughout the evening and overnight period with a little rain or drizzle at times. Mild overnight with light winds. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
