It was sent on 22 October, with staff asked to redeploy within a week. “We realise this is an extremely short deadline and that many staff will be on half term,” it said. “However, please do your best as part of our ambition to go the extra mile to help at this challenging time.” … [Read more...] about Environment department accused of Brexit ‘panic’ after urgent staff demand
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Plastic packaging ban ‘could harm environment’
How Ibiza's party scene is tackling plastic pollution Reality Check: Should we burn or bury waste plastic? Plastic particles falling out of sky with snow Several supermarkets, for instance, are selling more drinks in coated cartons under the assumption that they can be recycled. … [Read more...] about Plastic packaging ban ‘could harm environment’
Opinion: Scott Pruitt, anti-environment administrator, leaves poisoned legacy
'You're fired' — Trump administration casualties Rob Porter The White House staff secretary handed in his resignation after his ex-wives accused him of domestic abuse. Despite resigning, Rob Porter denied the allegations as "simply false." Trump initially defended Porter, and the US media questioned how Porter passed his background check for the job. Recently, reports surfaced of a romance between Porter and Trump's longtime aide Hope Hicks. … [Read more...] about Opinion: Scott Pruitt, anti-environment administrator, leaves poisoned legacy
Ghana’s environment hit hard by rampant gold mining – but there’s hope on the horizon
DW: Gold mining is big business in Ghana – its total gold output was 4.1 million ounces (116,233 kilograms) in 2016. Small-scale miners account for nearly a third of total gold production there, but illegal mining is a serious problem. How is the environment in Ghana currently being impacted by gold mining? … [Read more...] about Ghana’s environment hit hard by rampant gold mining – but there’s hope on the horizon
Japan should scrap nuclear reactors after Fukushima, says new environment minister
Japan’s government wants nuclear power to comprise 20% to 22% of the overall energy mix by 2030, drawing criticism from campaigners who say nuclear plants will always pose a danger given the country’s vulnerability to large earthquakes and tsunamis. … [Read more...] about Japan should scrap nuclear reactors after Fukushima, says new environment minister
