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"The economy is weaker. Exports are down. The British have lost their freedom to live, work and love across the continent. Promised benefits never materialised. Businesses struggle with red tape. Farmers and fishers feel betrayed. The Brexit experiment has failed. It’s time to ask the people again."
It's time to rejoin the EU: Britain deserves a new say on a broken Brexit
Brexit was never the will of the British people - it was the will of a frustrated minority, and even that support has now collapsed. For most of our five d
eu-rope.ideasoneurope.eu
April 14, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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I'm thrilled to announce I'll be working on a 3rd book with my great publisher, Hachette: 'Rewilding Ireland'.

I hope the result will help continue the growth in interest and support for what is by FAR the best cure for nature collapse in one of the world's most ecologically ruined countries. 🌍
February 28, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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As part of Repair Week NI, NIRN are pleased to announced that we will be hosting a free webinar on - Mend Your Ways! Stitching communities and businesses together to create successful repair initiatives🧵🪡✂️
To register 👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/.../4c673fc9....
#repairweekni25
February 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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There's still one or two Tories around that know what they're talking about. Heseltine absolutely smashes it.
Lord Heseltine brands Brexit a ‘pack of lies’ and calls for Britain to rejoin EU
The former deputy prime minister’s intervention came as it emerged Sir Keir Starmer will snub the fifth anniversary of Brexit on Friday – choosing instead to focus on his ongoing reset of relations wi...
www.independent.co.uk
January 30, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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Taking away funding for crucial federal programs.

Firing independent watchdogs.

Enriching the private prison industry.

Trump's plan for his second term is to make the wealthiest people in America far wealthier and more powerful — including himself.
Trump's Funding Fiasco: A Win For Oligarchy
YouTube video by Robert Reich
www.youtube.com
January 30, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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Restoration is helping native raptors thrive in Scotland, report shows.

All over the world, people are showing that things CAN get better for nature. Why the hell not in Ireland? Why do we always have to be the last to get it on this?
www.positive.news/environment/...
Restoration is helping native raptors thrive in Scotland, report shows
Data from the Cairngorms national park captures the positive impact of ecological restoration work
www.positive.news
January 30, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Solidarity with the 16 peaceful protesters.
I joined protestors outside the RCJ today because our politicians continue not only to ignore the evidence of climate breakdown , but accelerate our species collapse with this obsession over growth above all else .

No growth on a dead planet , solidarity with the #LordWalney16
January 30, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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‘It was extraordinary’: Spanish captain recalls rescue of woman who gave birth in dinghy
‘It was extraordinary’: Spanish captain recalls rescue of woman who gave birth in dinghy
Mother and newborn saved from inflatable boat off Canary Islands, on a route on which thousands have died The call that would lead to one of the most poignant images of the humanitarian emergency in the deadly waters off the Canary Islands came at 4am.…
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The Guardian view on the LA fires: Donald Trump’s denial and division fuel climate inaction | Editorial
The Guardian view on the LA fires: Donald Trump’s denial and division fuel climate inaction | Editorial
Events in California reveal how political obstruction is deepening a climate crisis that needs urgent action to prevent it becoming an irreversible disaster The wildfires ravaging Los Angeles have killed at least 10 people, displaced 180,000 and scorched…
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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2024 was hottest year on record for world’s land and oceans, US scientists confirm
2024 was hottest year on record for world’s land and oceans, US scientists confirm
Noaa says last year was the warmest since records began in 1850 and Nasa concurs: ‘The long-term trends are very clear’ It was the hottest year ever recorded for the world’s lands and oceans in 2024, US government scientists have confirmed, providing yet…
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Nigel Farage paid £189,000 last year by gold company to work part-time
Nigel Farage paid £189,000 last year by gold company to work part-time
Reform UK leader’s work for GB News and social media income bring total earnings since July to almost £600,000 Nigel Farage was paid £189,000 last year as a brand ambassador for a gold company, taking his total income since July’s election to just under…
www.theguardian.com
January 7, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Schools are empowering pupils as "Zero Waste Champions," teaching them about the circular economy and encouraging them to reuse and reduce wast. This pioneering initiative, in collaboration with Ostrero is being piloted in across schools in NI #CircularEconony
Fermanagh: Kinawley school embraces zero waste pilot scheme
Pupils at St Naile's Primary School in Kinawley, County Fermanagh are taking part in a new recycling pilot.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 3, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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2024 was provisionally the fourth warmest year on record for the UK.

With extreme weather events on our doorstep the Government must urgently show the political courage to tackle the climate and inequality crises.
January 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Rathmullan New Years Day Swim 2025
January 1, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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🌟 Join Our Team! 🌟
NIRN is seeking a dynamic and organised individual to support the Operations Manager and NIRN team in coordinating key administrative, communication, and event-related activities.
www.communityni.org/.../network-....

#jobs #careers #NIRN #rethinkreuseepair
December 30, 2024 at 11:12 AM
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Share of energy consumption coming from renewables in 2023 (%):

🇸🇪 66.4
🇫🇮 50.8
🇩🇰 44.9
🇱🇻 43.2
🇪🇪 40.9
🇦🇹 40.8
🇵🇹 35.2
🇱🇹 31.9
🇭🇷 28.1
🇷🇴 25.8
🇬🇷 25.3
🇸🇮 25.1
🇪🇸 24.9
🇧🇬 22.6
🇫🇷 22.3
🇩🇪 21.6
🇨🇾 20.2
🇮🇹 19.6
🇨🇿 18.6
🇭🇺 17.4
🇳🇱 17.2
🇸🇰 16.9
🇵🇱 16.5
🇮🇪 15.3
🇲🇹 15.1
🇧🇪 14.8
🇱🇺 11.6
December 27, 2024 at 1:55 PM
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A west Belfast charity has said Snow Patrol’s Gary Lightbody is their “hero” after he donated £10,000 to support vulnerable people across the city.
Singer hailed a ‘hero’ after £10k donation to foodbank charity
A west Belfast charity has said Snow Patrol’s Gary Lightbody is their “hero” after he donated £10,000 to support vulnerable people across the city.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk
December 28, 2024 at 9:19 AM
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Day 4: Repair Before You Replace

🎄🎁12 Days of Sustainable Christmas

Is your favourite Christmas jumper looking a bit worn? On day four, let's mend instead of tossing! Repairing clothes helps the planet and keeps your festive style intact. #RepairDontReplace
December 5, 2024 at 12:00 PM
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Michael D Higgins gives last Christmas message as president: ‘We are a country of which there is much to be proud’

www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2024...
Michael D Higgins gives last Christmas message as president: ‘We are a country of which there is much to be proud’
President pays special tribute to members of the Irish Defence Forces who will be overseas this Christmas for showing ‘an example of Irishness and its values at its best’
www.irishtimes.com
December 20, 2024 at 1:54 PM
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A frosty foggy day at Lough Neagh
November 27, 2024 at 6:18 PM