Freshford Parish Council has declared a Climate Emergency (summer 2019) and this November it unanimously declared an Ecological Emergency. These declarations mean that all Parish Council decisions going forward will be viewed through the dual lenses of ‘Is this good for the climate and ecology of Freshford and all its residents, both now and in the future?’. Science and Government agree that radical action over the next decade is critical in order to stop the decline of wildlife and ecosystems and to reduce emissions that are driving climate change. The Freshford Community Forum highlighted that the village believes it can respond positively to this situation, and that taking action will enhance our health and well-being and that of our natural world. The Community Forum was held on 28 January 2021. Questionnaires were sent out in advance of the meeting and although the forum had to be held on-line there was fantastic engagement from the village and lots of ideas for action. The details can be seen here: Community Forum Page. Action PlanThe action plans bring together the results from the questionnaire and discussions groups at the forum. The aim of the action plan is to identify the key initiatives that the village would like to take forward. Now it's up to all of us in the community to make it happen - please get in touch if you want to get involved. The following initiatives were raised by more than one discussion group:
The initial analysis of the discussion groups is described in the following document: Draft Action Plan. Climate Emergency Resolution
Nature Emergency Resolution
Aims and Objectives
Key Points
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