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Will the IWC Conservative administration switch their previous refusal to acceptance now UK Government has declared a climate emergency?
Extinction Rebellion
Extinction Rebellion is a worldwide movement formed to spark and sustain a spirit of creative rebellion, which will enable much needed changes in our political, economic and social landscape.
They work to transform our society into one that is compassionate, inclusive, sustainable, equitable and connected.
Below are articles relating to the Isle of Wight branch of the movement.
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In what is promised to be a fascinating talk, inspirational peace activist and international speaker, Dr Rebecca Johnson, will explore global dangers and people's actions to prevent nuclear and climate catastrophe.
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The council say it "has other priorities which it wishes to address using the council’s limited financial resources", but Vix Lowthion says the costs to the council would be ‘minimal’ and the impact huge.
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Cllr Michael Lilley is calling for a moratorium on all large scale planning applications in Ryde until there is a fit-for-purpose road infrastructure plan and a new Island Plan which has realistic housing targets and recognises climate change, farming needs and the Island's status as UNESCO Biosphere reserve
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Young Islanders were not deterred by Cllr Hobart's announcement that Isle of Wight council will not declare a climate emergency. They showed their feelings after school outside County Hall last week.
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A rally outside County Hall will take place on between 3-5pm on Friday 15th March. All are invited to join members of IWXR.
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This reader has become an active campaigner over the last six months in the movement calling for action from governments to tackle the causes of climate change and believes more people need to know about the climate emergency.
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If you've been on a climate emergency march or are involved in environmental protection on the Island, Extinction Rebellion urge you to sign up to their newsletter to stay in touch with upcoming events and marches.
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We can't wait to see what new works have been created for this Undecided Art Collective Exhibition
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Original art, Letters to the Earth and Climate Emergency placards are welcome as part of the Undecided Earth exhibition opening later this week
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Our neighbours across the water, Portsmouth City Council, have just become one of 49 local authorities in the UK to declare a climate emergency.
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Members of Extinction Rebellion are calling on others to join them on Saturday in Newport for a peaceful protest against the climate crisis.
