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UK Government fails to take wildlife crime seriously
April 24th, 2013
by Simon Pope
Simon Pope, Director of Campaigns and Communications for the World Society for the Protection of Animals, questions why the UK government is so far behind other global powers when it comes to tackling the illegal wildlife trade. more...
COMMENT: Does the Cayman Islands really need 'cramped, dirty and overcrowded' turtle farm?
10th January, 2013
Rachel Alcock
If local people had the choice between eating a bowl of turtle stew, or having access to a new hospital, school or lower tax it’s hard to imagine they’d pick turtle stew, says Rachel Alcock more...
Cayman Islands under fire over 'factory farming' of sea turtles
Ecologist
10th January, 2013
The tropical tourist destination is at the centre of a dispute over the farming of green sea turtles after animal welfare campaigners launched a campaign to shut the world's only facility rearing the animals for human consumption more...
In season now: what to eat during April
Ben Hudson
2nd April, 2012
Celebrate Easter by tucking into a plate of seasonal Jersey Royals. Albert Bartlett’s Tim Ward explains why they’re wonderful and rounds up his April favourites more...
The Ecologist meets… Ila founder Denise Leicester
Ruth Styles
15th February, 2012
Tucked away in leafy Gloucestershire is a beauty brand with a ‘beyond organic’ philosophy that’s making the world sit up and take notice. Ruth Styles hopped on the train and went to meet the inspirational Denise Leicester more...
Review: the Relax and Rejuvenate uplifting facial
Ruth Styles
9th February, 2012
If your visage has lost its va va voom, some TLC could be required. Luckily Covent Garden’s Relax Spa has just the thing for skin-conscious greenies more...
The National Trust awards recognising pioneering eco-campaigner Octavia Hill
Mike Collins
19th December, 2011
Octavia Hill was a tireless advocate for saving land and green spaces in and around Victorian London. She was also a founder of the National Trust, which is launching an award to recognise modern day 'unsung environmental heroes' more...
Transparent fashion: why the industry needs to come clean on supply chains
Ruth Stokes
8th November, 2011
Adding to your wardrobe can be an ethical nightmare, which is why a number of eco-brands are working on new systems that show exactly where your clothes come from more...
Five of the best…eco friendly shampoos
Ruth Styles
27th October, 2011
All are surfactant, pollutant and paraben free but which eco shampoo is best? Ruth Styles put them to the test more...
Aromatherapy Associates launches London store
Ruth Styles
19th October, 2011
More than 30 years after it launched, Britain’s leading aromatherapy brand finally has a store of its own. Ruth Styles reports more...
Blooming marvellous: the spring bulbs to plant now
Ruth Styles
30th September, 2011
October might not be the obvious month for spring planning, but if you want beautiful blooms come February, now is the time to start planting, says Ruth Styles more...
Space junk: we're on a collision course in outer space
Eifion Rees
19th September, 2011
Following our look at plans to strip mine the moon, we report on the growing problem of space debris and why some now believe it has reached a 'tipping point'more...
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Ten of the best...European national parks
Ruth Styles
29th July, 2011
From the volcanic caldera of Mount Teide to the craggy tors of Dartmoor, Europe’s national parks combine stunning scenery with wonderful flora and fauna. Ruth Styles rounds up ten of the best more...
Plans to strip mine the moon may soon be more than just science-fiction
Henry Gass
4th July, 2011
It may not be long before we start mining the moon for its resources, particularly the rare Helium-3 for its use in nuclear fusion more...
In season now: what to eat in June
Henry Gass
31st May, 2011
Asparagus, broccoli and summer squash are just some of the in-season British veg available this month. The Vegetarian Society’s Alex Connel picks his top five more...
Fishy business: could fish therapy be the green alternative to the pedicure?
Ruth Styles
20th April, 2011
Chemical free and ultra natural, Ruth Styles put Aqua Sheko’s fish pedicure to the test more...
Why the victory over the Nocton super-dairy is only the beginning
Suzi Morris
13th April, 2011
The fight against the controversial super-dairy in Lincolnshire may have been won but there's still much to do in order to keep British dairy farming humane, sustainable and natural, argues Suzi Morris more...
Top 10...European wildlife destinations
William McLennan
1st April, 2011
From birds to whales, Europe has plenty for wildlife watchers to love. William McLennan rounds up some of the best more...
Hundreds of whales face slaughter as Norway's killing season resumes
Joanna Toole
1st April, 2011
As the annual and highly controversial Norwegian whale hunt begins, Joanna Toole argues the evidence proving the practice is cruel, unnecessary and increasingly unpopular is now overwhelming more...
How secretive government agency funded BP pipeline blighted by human rights allegations
Sarah Bentley
15th March, 2011
The Export Credit Guarantee Department is accused of underwriting unethical and carbon-intensive business deals in developing countries and operating with a lack of transparency - charges it denies. more...
The Ecologist guide to data activism
Christine Ottery
4th March, 2011
You don't have to be a web geek to join the growing ranks of activists who have told powerful stories using data visualisation. Christine Ottery outlines how you can use data as a powerful tool to press for change more...
One man's remarkable journey to gain access rights to his local common
Chris Baker
28th January, 2011
When Tom Fisher applied for commoners' rights to graze a goat and take firewood from his local common in Bringsty, he had little idea it would lead him on an eight-month delve around England's labyrinthine Commons Act more...
Open Spaces Society
OSS, formally the Commons, Open Spaces and Footpaths Preservation Society, is Britain’s oldest conservation body. We campaign to protect common land, village greens and public paths and our right to enjoy them.Tel: 01491 573535
Web: www.oss.org.uk
Email: hq@oss.org.uk
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How to reclaim the empty shops on your local high street
Adam Oxford
17th September, 2010
A pioneering network has a toolkit for turning the nation's decrepit private spaces into public places more...
Growing conflicts over Tanzania's 'charismatic carbon'
Thembi Mutch
7th September 2010
The country's forests are at the centre of a new global scramble to 'buy up' carbon, but as Thembi Mutch reports, is the process really going to benefit the environment or people? more...Members
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