Jacqui B
@ashbycloudtrail.bsky.social
Campaigning for Active Travel, safer off road cycle paths and better rural public transport. UK. Aware of the urgency of the Climate Emergency.
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Flatlining CO2 emissions in China foreshadows that global emissions will peak
Not fast enough, and the fall may not be steep enough. But at least the peak is is sight
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-chi...
Not fast enough, and the fall may not be steep enough. But at least the peak is is sight
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-chi...
November 11, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Flatlining CO2 emissions in China foreshadows that global emissions will peak
Not fast enough, and the fall may not be steep enough. But at least the peak is is sight
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-chi...
Not fast enough, and the fall may not be steep enough. But at least the peak is is sight
www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-chi...
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Pretty clear the HES Senior Management is not fit for purpose. Why, with such “limited resources“ do you focus on keeping the radical road shut but a traffic sewer road open? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Why has one of Edinburgh's best views been off-limits for seven years?
The historic Radical Road path was closed in 2018 due to rockfall but a plan for its full reopening has still to be agreed.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Pretty clear the HES Senior Management is not fit for purpose. Why, with such “limited resources“ do you focus on keeping the radical road shut but a traffic sewer road open? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Iodine deficiency impairs learning and lifelong productivity...
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
Iodine, UK policy and brain growth: a question of intelligence
While we fixate on AI, government has neglected natural intelligence: iodine, crucial for children's brains and their future potential
centralbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Iodine deficiency impairs learning and lifelong productivity...
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
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@bmj.com, a renowned health journal, slams car bloat:
"Cars are becoming steadily larger, [and] with this comes potential harms to health...Action is needed locally, nationally, and internationally to curb sales of new SUVs and to reduce their presence in urban areas."
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
"Cars are becoming steadily larger, [and] with this comes potential harms to health...Action is needed locally, nationally, and internationally to curb sales of new SUVs and to reduce their presence in urban areas."
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
November 8, 2025 at 1:09 PM
@bmj.com, a renowned health journal, slams car bloat:
"Cars are becoming steadily larger, [and] with this comes potential harms to health...Action is needed locally, nationally, and internationally to curb sales of new SUVs and to reduce their presence in urban areas."
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
"Cars are becoming steadily larger, [and] with this comes potential harms to health...Action is needed locally, nationally, and internationally to curb sales of new SUVs and to reduce their presence in urban areas."
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
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Good morning to all those people who wasted the last decade saying, "there's no point tackling climate change in the UK, because China."
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
China’s CO2 emissions have been flat or falling for past 18 months, analysis finds
World’s biggest polluter on track to hit peak emissions target early but miss goal for cutting carbon intensity
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 7:08 AM
Good morning to all those people who wasted the last decade saying, "there's no point tackling climate change in the UK, because China."
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
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Abolishing cycle-to-work schemes in the middle of a climate emergency is exactly the sort of thing this dour, unimaginative lot would do.
And then they wonder why people are deserting them en masse for the Greens.
And then they wonder why people are deserting them en masse for the Greens.
If you think that “the slow vanishing of employee benefits” is a better trade politically than “the other lot saying you broke your promise on income tax”, you are out of your tree: www.ft.com/content/1160...
November 11, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Abolishing cycle-to-work schemes in the middle of a climate emergency is exactly the sort of thing this dour, unimaginative lot would do.
And then they wonder why people are deserting them en masse for the Greens.
And then they wonder why people are deserting them en masse for the Greens.
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“We recognise that now is not the time to run down the clock, but up the pace. With a little will and imagination – we can overcome the cynicism. We can overcome the opposition; vested interests; and misinformation.
- @london.gov.uk
- @london.gov.uk
November 11, 2025 at 8:21 AM
“We recognise that now is not the time to run down the clock, but up the pace. With a little will and imagination – we can overcome the cynicism. We can overcome the opposition; vested interests; and misinformation.
- @london.gov.uk
- @london.gov.uk
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It appears the stinging award for most 💩 bike path down Leith walk actually caused Edinburgh Council to build something WAY better
Not sure if it’s officially officially open yet as the entrance on Dock Street still has fencing - but the Leith Connections section along Sandport has had all barriers removed and is a JOY to ride!
Want to ride along? 😁
@edi.bike
Want to ride along? 😁
@edi.bike
November 11, 2025 at 6:56 AM
It appears the stinging award for most 💩 bike path down Leith walk actually caused Edinburgh Council to build something WAY better
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For some comfort to the family, the very least we can do is prevent this from happening ever again
Protest!
Thursday 13th, 8:30am, outside the City Chambers
(for details, see replies)
Protest!
Thursday 13th, 8:30am, outside the City Chambers
(for details, see replies)
November 10, 2025 at 6:46 PM
For some comfort to the family, the very least we can do is prevent this from happening ever again
Protest!
Thursday 13th, 8:30am, outside the City Chambers
(for details, see replies)
Protest!
Thursday 13th, 8:30am, outside the City Chambers
(for details, see replies)
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November 10, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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On Sunday 9th November 2025 there were 1,289 cyclists northbound and 1,185 cyclists southbound.
November 10, 2025 at 6:20 AM
On Sunday 9th November 2025 there were 1,289 cyclists northbound and 1,185 cyclists southbound.
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Design vehicles to fit the streets rather than streets designed to fit the vehicles.
November 9, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Design vehicles to fit the streets rather than streets designed to fit the vehicles.
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Amazing how often we say 'too many visitors' when what we mainly mean is 'too many cars'
news.stv.tv/north/dunkel...
news.stv.tv/north/dunkel...
Can Highland Perthshire cope with 'unprecedented' tourist demand?
Local businesses rely on visitors coming to Dunkeld, but some residents worry the town can no longer cope.
news.stv.tv
November 10, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Amazing how often we say 'too many visitors' when what we mainly mean is 'too many cars'
news.stv.tv/north/dunkel...
news.stv.tv/north/dunkel...
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Greenery alongside cycle tracks cuts the risk of flooding by managing stormwater locally, the hedge also makes a nice barrier between bikes and motor vehicles, reducing spray from motor vehicles during rain, as well as improving the look of the street.
November 9, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Greenery alongside cycle tracks cuts the risk of flooding by managing stormwater locally, the hedge also makes a nice barrier between bikes and motor vehicles, reducing spray from motor vehicles during rain, as well as improving the look of the street.
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Please do respond to the Tram extension consultation in support of a project with huge environmental, economic, mobility and social benefits, which are only possible if the Granton railway along the #Roseburn corridor is restored to its previous use.
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/tram-nor...
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/tram-nor...
Trams from Granton to Edinburgh BioQuarter and Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Beyond
- City of Edinburgh Council
- Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by City of Edinburgh Council
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk
November 9, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Please do respond to the Tram extension consultation in support of a project with huge environmental, economic, mobility and social benefits, which are only possible if the Granton railway along the #Roseburn corridor is restored to its previous use.
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/tram-nor...
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/tram-nor...
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Really pleased to see this for the 2nd year running - a much less polluting way to celebrate Bonfire Night - meaning better air quality for everyone. Well done Edgbaston 👏👏
Giant sea creatures,soaring birds and majestic animals created by more than 600 drones have lit up the night sky.The 40-minute show,WILD,at Edgbaston Stadium on Friday,brought the animal kingdom to life in a dazzling fusion of cutting-edge technology,artistry and music
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Animal drone light show in Edgbaston an alternative to fireworks
Animal welfare charities have called for alternative shows to loud firework displays.
www.bbc.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Really pleased to see this for the 2nd year running - a much less polluting way to celebrate Bonfire Night - meaning better air quality for everyone. Well done Edgbaston 👏👏
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Purple Mountains
2025
Artist: Keith Thomson
2025
Artist: Keith Thomson
November 9, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Purple Mountains
2025
Artist: Keith Thomson
2025
Artist: Keith Thomson
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Whether youth facilities save the council money is a rubbish way to assess their worth.
Young people need places where they can express and discover interests, make friends and find support.
Their existence is a measure of a civilised society. One that values and actually likes young people.
Young people need places where they can express and discover interests, make friends and find support.
Their existence is a measure of a civilised society. One that values and actually likes young people.
This is a desperately sad story, one doubtless repeated across the country, but it’s also desperately stupid:
“an independent report … estimated the centre is saving the council more than £500,000 a year in costs that include services in mental health, youth justice and social care”
“an independent report … estimated the centre is saving the council more than £500,000 a year in costs that include services in mental health, youth justice and social care”
Last youth centre in one of England’s most deprived coastal areas faces closure
Pie Factory Music in Ramsgate, Kent, runs creative projects and provides a range of support services, but the building that houses the centre is due to be sold off in February
www.theguardian.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Whether youth facilities save the council money is a rubbish way to assess their worth.
Young people need places where they can express and discover interests, make friends and find support.
Their existence is a measure of a civilised society. One that values and actually likes young people.
Young people need places where they can express and discover interests, make friends and find support.
Their existence is a measure of a civilised society. One that values and actually likes young people.
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KIDICAL MASS CARDIFF
LIGHTS AND BRIGHTS RIDE
SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER
LIGHTS AND BRIGHTS RIDE
SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER
November 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM
KIDICAL MASS CARDIFF
LIGHTS AND BRIGHTS RIDE
SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER
LIGHTS AND BRIGHTS RIDE
SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER
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A new UK report shows free bike programmes give £11.80 return for every £1 spent. Over 12,000 bikes provided so far, improving health, mental wellbeing, access to jobs and community ties - especially in disadvantaged areas.
Is it time to think bigger than cheap buses?
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Is it time to think bigger than cheap buses?
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theaws.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A new UK report shows free bike programmes give £11.80 return for every £1 spent. Over 12,000 bikes provided so far, improving health, mental wellbeing, access to jobs and community ties - especially in disadvantaged areas.
Is it time to think bigger than cheap buses?
theaws.co.uk/wp-content/u...
Is it time to think bigger than cheap buses?
theaws.co.uk/wp-content/u...
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All those people who think they can dodge the effects of the climate crisis because they live in a nice developed country are about to get punched in the face. It’s coming in hard everywhere.
England facing drastic measures due to extreme drought next year
Government and water companies are devising emergency plans for worst water shortage in decades
www.theguardian.com
November 8, 2025 at 9:04 PM
All those people who think they can dodge the effects of the climate crisis because they live in a nice developed country are about to get punched in the face. It’s coming in hard everywhere.
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ICE vehicles waste a whopping 80% of the energy in their fuel. Electric vehicles are propelled by entirely different mechanisms. Energy enters the vehicle as electricity, which directly powers the drivetrain: EVs need not convert one form of energy to another resulting in much higher efficiency.
November 9, 2025 at 9:22 AM
ICE vehicles waste a whopping 80% of the energy in their fuel. Electric vehicles are propelled by entirely different mechanisms. Energy enters the vehicle as electricity, which directly powers the drivetrain: EVs need not convert one form of energy to another resulting in much higher efficiency.
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"We will not introduce pay per mile"
Election
Months later, when the inevitable reality hits, "pay per kilometer" introduced.
(or am I too cynical?)
Election
Months later, when the inevitable reality hits, "pay per kilometer" introduced.
(or am I too cynical?)
All that is to say: no one even remotely sensible in UK politics believes that pay-per-mile driving will not happen before too long.
November 6, 2025 at 8:35 AM
"We will not introduce pay per mile"
Election
Months later, when the inevitable reality hits, "pay per kilometer" introduced.
(or am I too cynical?)
Election
Months later, when the inevitable reality hits, "pay per kilometer" introduced.
(or am I too cynical?)
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🔌 Electric Vehicle (EV) drivers who are able to rely on at-home charging have already been benefitting from lower running costs compared to petrol vehicles, but new analysis from The Times now shows that drivers relying solely on public charging are also saving money.
November 4, 2025 at 11:40 AM
🔌 Electric Vehicle (EV) drivers who are able to rely on at-home charging have already been benefitting from lower running costs compared to petrol vehicles, but new analysis from The Times now shows that drivers relying solely on public charging are also saving money.