Labour Plans to Make the Countryside ‘Less White’

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my profound concern regarding recent coverage of the Labour government’s reported plans to make Britain’s countryside “less white.” Having read this article carefully, I find myself troubled not only by the proposals themselves but also by what they reveal about the current direction of cultural policy in rural England. According to the reporting, the Department for Environment, Food … Continue reading Labour Plans to Make the Countryside ‘Less White’

Do L&G Hate the British Countryside?

An Open Letter to the Legal & General Board Dear L&G Board Members, We are compelled to inform you that L&G’s Brand and reputation is in jeopardy.   You state:  ‘Our purpose is improving the lives of our customers, building a better society for the long term and creating value for our shareholders. This shapes every aspect of how we do business. We’re not only … Continue reading Do L&G Hate the British Countryside?

The Nuisance of Sky Lanterns

CSM EDITORIAL An outright ban on the use of Chinese sky lanterns in Wales has edged a step closer. Last week Torfaen County Borough Council became the latest Welsh local authority to ban the use of sky lanterns on their land. The council announced the ban arguing sky lanterns pose a fire hazard to crops and buildings. The reality is that Chinese lanterns can also … Continue reading The Nuisance of Sky Lanterns