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  1. Realise most of you aren't that local to me .. nor is this.. but .. there is a screening of the #NationalEmergencyBriefing film in #Ilkley tonight Fri 15th at the Grammar School. Tickets available free but suggested donation to the local climate action group. We are showing it in #Settle in September and feels like things may start hitting the proverbial fan well before that. I'll be there tonight. tickettailor.com/events/climat #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #FoodSecurity #ExtremeWeather #AMOC

  2. Realise most of you aren't that local to me .. nor is this.. but .. there is a screening of the #NationalEmergencyBriefing film in #Ilkley tonight Fri 15th at the Grammar School. Tickets available free but suggested donation to the local climate action group. We are showing it in #Settle in September and feels like things may start hitting the proverbial fan well before that. I'll be there tonight. tickettailor.com/events/climat #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #FoodSecurity #ExtremeWeather #AMOC

  3. Realise most of you aren't that local to me .. nor is this.. but .. there is a screening of the #NationalEmergencyBriefing film in #Ilkley tonight Fri 15th at the Grammar School. Tickets available free but suggested donation to the local climate action group. We are showing it in #Settle in September and feels like things may start hitting the proverbial fan well before that. I'll be there tonight. tickettailor.com/events/climat #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #FoodSecurity #ExtremeWeather #AMOC

  4. Realise most of you aren't that local to me .. nor is this.. but .. there is a screening of the #NationalEmergencyBriefing film in #Ilkley tonight Fri 15th at the Grammar School. Tickets available free but suggested donation to the local climate action group. We are showing it in #Settle in September and feels like things may start hitting the proverbial fan well before that. I'll be there tonight. tickettailor.com/events/climat #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #FoodSecurity #ExtremeWeather #AMOC

  5. Realise most of you aren't that local to me .. nor is this.. but .. there is a screening of the #NationalEmergencyBriefing film in #Ilkley tonight Fri 15th at the Grammar School. Tickets available free but suggested donation to the local climate action group. We are showing it in #Settle in September and feels like things may start hitting the proverbial fan well before that. I'll be there tonight. tickettailor.com/events/climat #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #FoodSecurity #ExtremeWeather #AMOC

  6. Complaints to the BBC and the prospect of a Judicial Review

    Laura Kuenssberg interviewed Deputy Leader of Reform Richard Tice on Sunday. Kuenssberg pushed Tice on the Reform UK councillor who suggested “melting down Nigerians to fill pot holes”. Kuenssberg also pushed Tice on the astonishing private £5 million personal donation to Farage.

    It is telling that Tice tried to dodge the questions.

    During the interview, Richard Tice deflected criticism of Reform politicians by referring to the “anti-semitic Green Party”. Laura Kuenssberg ignored this and did not challenge it. Surely, when such offensive statements are made, the interviewer has a duty to challenge them and present the other side of the argument. I have complained to the BBC about this.

    Palestine Campaigners outside BBC Radio Sheffield

    The Green Party have been called anti-semitic because they oppose the genocide and war crimes in Palestine. There is nothing anti-semitic about this. The many marches that have taken place calling for a Free Palestine are not hate marches and always include big contingents of Jewish people. To call the only political party in the UK with a Jewish leader “anti-semitic” is beyond the pale.

    Richard Tice again referred to ‘Net Stupid Zero’ and, as always, the BBC said nothing about the consequences of that Reform UK policy. Unless the rich nations step up their commitment to replace fossil fuel use as soon as possible, we face climate tipping points such as the collapse of AMOC, leading to the collapse of our society and the death of billions of people.

    You can see the interview here.

    https://www.facebook.com/reel/26342046342157231

    The Earth. Keep it liveable

    I have also complained about BBC Radio 4’s coverage of the Local Election campaigns.

    BBC Radio 4 (and no doubt other stations) has been negligent in its lack of questioning of politicians on the climate catastrophe and the imminent threat of tipping points, such as the collapse of AMOC.


    In the week preceding the May 7 election, Today interviewers didn’t ask party spokespeople questions about climate change, in spite of the fact that in the months leading up to the election the London School of Economics had published several reports on the fact that climate change will ‘hammer incomes and government budgets’ and that ‘climate change impacts are intensifying, yet adaptation efforts are not keeping pace with the scale and urgency of emerging risks.’
    We face a national security risk, as outlined in the National Emergency Briefing, yet this is not being talked about on your programmes.


    No party spokespeople were questioned or asked to comment on the fact that seven Reform-led councils have ‘scrapped’ their climate targets, and climate change denial has been expressed by Reform UK councillors in five councils. Some councils have removed content about climate change from strategy documents.’ (London School of Economics report). The BBC must prioritise discussion and debate of the National Emergency Briefing and force politicians to respond to it. Failing to do this means the BBC is part of the problem. The BBC should screen the National Emergency Briefing film on prime-time television as soon as possible.

    I will keep you updated when I get replies to these complaints. Please help put pressure on the BBC to tell the full truth about the climate and nature emergencies and what is happening in Palestine. When you see or hear a programme that talks about climate change but fails to mention the most dangerous aspects of it, like the collapse of AMOC or the death of rainforests, make sure to send a complaint in. Likewise, when people are accused of anti-semitism for simply opposing the Israeli Government and the Genocide they are committing, send in a complaint. https://www.bbc.co.uk/contact/complaints

    Meanwhile, Jonathon Fuller is making progress in the preparation for taking the BBC to Judicial Review.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BscvWCqgAmQ

    #AMOC #antiSemitic #BBC #Complaints #Israel #JudicialReview #LauraKuenssberg #NationalEmergencyBriefing #news #politics #Radio4 #Reform #RichardTice #Today #ukPolitics
  7. Complaints to the BBC and the prospect of a Judicial Review

    Laura Kuenssberg interviewed Deputy Leader of Reform Richard Tice on Sunday. Kuenssberg pushed Tice on the Reform UK councillor who suggested “melting down Nigerians to fill pot holes”. Kuenssberg also pushed Tice on the astonishing private £5 million personal donation to Farage.

    It is telling that Tice tried to dodge the questions.

    During the interview, Richard Tice deflected criticism of Reform politicians by referring to the “anti-semitic Green Party”. Laura Kuenssberg ignored this and did not challenge it. Surely, when such offensive statements are made, the interviewer has a duty to challenge them and present the other side of the argument. I have complained to the BBC about this.

    Palestine Campaigners outside BBC Radio Sheffield

    The Green Party have been called anti-semitic because they oppose the genocide and war crimes in Palestine. There is nothing anti-semitic about this. The many marches that have taken place calling for a Free Palestine are not hate marches and always include big contingents of Jewish people. To call the only political party in the UK with a Jewish leader “anti-semitic” is beyond the pale.

    Richard Tice again referred to ‘Net Stupid Zero’ and, as always, the BBC said nothing about the consequences of that Reform UK policy. Unless the rich nations step up their commitment to replace fossil fuel use as soon as possible, we face climate tipping points such as the collapse of AMOC, leading to the collapse of our society and the death of billions of people.

    You can see the interview here.

    https://www.facebook.com/reel/26342046342157231

    The Earth. Keep it liveable

    I have also complained about BBC Radio 4’s coverage of the Local Election campaigns.

    BBC Radio 4 (and no doubt other stations) has been negligent in its lack of questioning of politicians on the climate catastrophe and the imminent threat of tipping points, such as the collapse of AMOC.


    In the week preceding the May 7 election, Today interviewers didn’t ask party spokespeople questions about climate change, in spite of the fact that in the months leading up to the election the London School of Economics had published several reports on the fact that climate change will ‘hammer incomes and government budgets’ and that ‘climate change impacts are intensifying, yet adaptation efforts are not keeping pace with the scale and urgency of emerging risks.’
    We face a national security risk, as outlined in the National Emergency Briefing, yet this is not being talked about on your programmes.


    No party spokespeople were questioned or asked to comment on the fact that seven Reform-led councils have ‘scrapped’ their climate targets, and climate change denial has been expressed by Reform UK councillors in five councils. Some councils have removed content about climate change from strategy documents.’ (London School of Economics report). The BBC must prioritise discussion and debate of the National Emergency Briefing and force politicians to respond to it. Failing to do this means the BBC is part of the problem. The BBC should screen the National Emergency Briefing film on prime-time television as soon as possible.

    I will keep you updated when I get replies to these complaints. Please help put pressure on the BBC to tell the full truth about the climate and nature emergencies and what is happening in Palestine. When you see or hear a programme that talks about climate change but fails to mention the most dangerous aspects of it, like the collapse of AMOC or the death of rainforests, make sure to send a complaint in. Likewise, when people are accused of anti-semitism for simply opposing the Israeli Government and the Genocide they are committing, send in a complaint. https://www.bbc.co.uk/contact/complaints

    Meanwhile, Jonathon Fuller is making progress in the preparation for taking the BBC to Judicial Review.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BscvWCqgAmQ

    #AMOC #antiSemitic #BBC #Complaints #Israel #JudicialReview #LauraKuenssberg #NationalEmergencyBriefing #news #politics #Radio4 #Reform #RichardTice #Today #ukPolitics
  8. A film everyone must see

    On Monday, 27th April, I visited STC, formerly known as St Thomas’ Church, Crookes, for a Community screening of the National Emergency Briefing film. There was a good-sized audience of around 60 people, but I’m guessing most were already quite knowledgeable about the climate and nature emergencies.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaI-dHgh65Q

    The 50-minute film combines authoritative scientific content from the Westminster briefing in November last year, with reactions from members of the public and some more familiar faces, such as Jennifer Saunders and Deborah Meaden, which help audiences process the information on a more human level. It delivers the frank facts about the threats, but also the enormous benefits if the Government leads genuine emergency action.

    The film features scientific evidence from experts such as Professor Tim Lenton on tipping points and Professor Paul Barran on food security. It covers climate impacts on national security, health, and the economy. 

    As a teacher, I always used to try to avoid tipping points. Kids would love to lean back in their chairs, and inevitably, they would occasionally go past the tipping point and end up on the floor. Climate tipping points are events that could radically change the global climate, such as the death of a rainforest, the collapse of an ice sheet, or the failure of an ocean circulation system, leading to rising sea levels and catastrophic changes in temperatures.  

    People who have seen the film have commented that although the facts are alarming, they felt a sense of optimism about confronting the challenge together and seeing a pathway to a better future. 

    Lucy Gavaghan was quoted in’Now Then, calling the film “…a masterclass in public communications… Somehow, it’s peppered with hope without feeling glib, occasionally witty without being gimmicky, and harrowing without leaving you fully numb…This film’s brilliance lies in the simple fact that it is harder to ignore than it is to respond to.”

    Sarah Daly wrote in LinkedIn, “This film isn’t designed to sow fear, it is about hope. It’s about knowledge as power and the opportunity for grown-up conversations so that our political leaders can no longer pretend it’s business as usual, bow to industry lobbyists and vested interests and kick the can on decisions that affect our very survival through this decade and beyond. “

    The film was conceived and developed by Ben Carey and Henrik Delehag at Climate Comms Lab Utopia Bureau.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ihBP0_zEO0

    After the film, we split into small group discussions. Some audience reactions included Dave’s, who said, “The bulk of the responsibility does lie with the Government. We need to force the Government to tell the truth and to act.” Matthew had been impressed with the success of Sheffield’s Green Bonds, which very quickly raised £1million to purchase solar panels for school roofs. He wanted a national bond that people could invest in, so that the proceeds could be used to solve the climate and nature crises. Anne said she would spread the word in her local WhatsApp group and Book Group, because the film is very powerful.  

    Ideally, everyone needs to see this film, especially decision makers like MP’s and Councillors, Business leaders, Educationalists, Bankers, Health Executives, Generals – there isn’t a role that is not affected by the climate and nature emergencies and people in every walk of life need to be aware of what the experts are saying and how we can best meet the challenges. I’m pleased to say that following my question at the end of the meeting, the two Councillors present, Minesh Parekh and Ruth Milsom, were able to say that a showing would be organised for all the Sheffield Councillors at the Town Hall. Perhaps you could help organise a showing of the film in your local community, workplace or place of worship.

    The idea is to build up a big community of activists who have seen the film, to pressure the BBC and other broadcasters to show it on prime-time television. During COVID, we had regular Emergency Briefings. We now need these for Climate and Nature.

    The Government should launch a science-led national emergency response to climate and nature breakdown, showing the same leadership and determination as in World War 2. This should include emergency legislation to drive a rapid reduction in emissions whilst investing to adapt to a more dangerous climate. Evidence shows that such action will create jobs and improve lives.

    International climate conferences have failed to deliver the scale of global action needed. By taking these steps, the UK can establish the credibility required to help lead by example to drive the global action that people across the world are calling for.

    Teams of volunteers are organising showings all over Sheffield and inviting MP’s and the public to see it. There have already been showings at Stannington, Sheffield University, Broomhall and the Energy Centre on Cambridge Street. The next showings are

    The Light Wed 20th May 19.30

    Sheffield Hallam University 16 July

    Find other screenings

    Dr Cathy Rhodes, the Diocesan Environment Officer, helped organise this screening with the local Eco Church group, made up of people from 4 congregations. She said, “The Climate and Nature Emergency is accelerating and becoming really critical. We need to wake up and hear our call to care for God’s creation, vulnerable people, and address climate injustice.  We’re hoping that, in showing the film in churches throughout the Diocese, and indeed to all denominations throughout the country, we will raise awareness, give opportunities to people to listen and learn, come together and begin to take action. The Church of England and Green Christians have some excellent resources that can be made available. Contact us via the diocesan website.

    Please write to your MP to invite them to the 16th July screening

    Please use this template to invite your MP to the screening on 16th July.

    Dear [MP’s Name],

    I am writing as your constituent to invite you to attend a local screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing film.

    The UK faces a growing climate and nature emergency, but most people have never been fully briefed on what it means for our lives, our economy and our future. This new film from the National Emergency Briefing sets out the risks facing the nation – and the credible, positive responses available.

    Location: Adsetts Centre, SHU City Campus, City Centre, S1 1WB (Arundel Gate entrance)
    Date: 16 July
    Time: 19:00 (Door open at 19:00 for a prompt start at 19:15)

    Over 200 Sheffield residents are expected to attend, so this will be a great chance for you to engage with your constituents.

    The film features footage from last November’s National Emergency Briefing, which brought together leading UK experts in climate science, food security, health, economics, national security and nature. It presents a clear, measured overview of how the climate and nature crisis is affecting everyday life in Britain – and what the evidence says about the risks and the responses needed.
    The film exists to give the public the same information Parliament received in November, helping people understand the challenges before us.

    The initiative is explicitly non-partisan, and the events are designed as open community conversations rather than political platforms. It has support from a wide range of organisations, including the National Trust, the Church of England, Exeter University, the Royal Meteorological Society, WWF, the National Education Union, and many more.

    Following the 45-minute film, we will host a 45-minute structured discussion on what this means for our local community, and it would be great if you could attend and join the conversation. Your presence at the event, as a participant in the discussion or just engaging with constituents, would demonstrate how important this issue is to all of us.

    I appreciate that you have many draws on your time, but it would be so valuable if you could attend. I will be going to the event – please let me know if you are able to join us.

    With best wishes,

    [Your Name]
    [Address / Postcode/ Tel No/ email – MPs often ask for these details to check you are a constituent before reading and responding to emails].
    Here is a list of Sheffield MP email addresses.

    [email protected] (Brightside & Hillsborough)
    [email protected] (Central)
    [email protected] (Hallam)
    [email protected] (Heeley)
    [email protected] (Sheffield South East)
    [email protected] (Penistone & Stocksbridge)

    #BBC #ChrisPackham #climateChange #DeborahMeaden #DrCathyRhodes #EcoBureau #environment #Film #JenniferSaunders #NationalEmergencyBriefing #news #politics #SheffieldCityCouncil #SheffieldDiocese #TippingPoints #UtopiaBureau
  9. 1/ Kennt Ihr das hier? In UK haben sie ein National Emergency Briefing gemacht. Führenden Wissenschaftler*innen haben Kurzvorträge für MPs und andere gehalten.

    So etwas brauchen wir auch!

    nebriefing.org/

    #NationalEmergencyBriefing

  10. 1/ Kennt Ihr das hier? In UK haben sie ein National Emergency Briefing gemacht. Führenden Wissenschaftler*innen haben Kurzvorträge für MPs und andere gehalten.

    So etwas brauchen wir auch!

    nebriefing.org/

    #NationalEmergencyBriefing

  11. 1/ Kennt Ihr das hier? In UK haben sie ein National Emergency Briefing gemacht. Führenden Wissenschaftler*innen haben Kurzvorträge für MPs und andere gehalten.

    So etwas brauchen wir auch!

    nebriefing.org/

    #NationalEmergencyBriefing

  12. 1/ Kennt Ihr das hier? In UK haben sie ein National Emergency Briefing gemacht. Führenden Wissenschaftler*innen haben Kurzvorträge für MPs und andere gehalten.

    So etwas brauchen wir auch!

    nebriefing.org/

    #NationalEmergencyBriefing

  13. 1/ Kennt Ihr das hier? In UK haben sie ein National Emergency Briefing gemacht. Führenden Wissenschaftler*innen haben Kurzvorträge für MPs und andere gehalten.

    So etwas brauchen wir auch!

    nebriefing.org/

    #NationalEmergencyBriefing

  14. RE: mastodon.nu/@wonderskeptic/115

    The National Emergency Briefing was held in London's Westminster on the 27th November 2025.
    This video is a summary to give the main points.
    I wish we could have a similar event in Sweden and that it was broadcast simultaneously on all TV channels and all social media.
    By the way, see the video and please sign the letter, even if you're not in the UK.
    #climate #climateemergence #nationalemergencybriefing #climatechange #policy #justhaveathink

  15. RE: mastodon.nu/@wonderskeptic/115

    The National Emergency Briefing was held in London's Westminster on the 27th November 2025.
    This video is a summary to give the main points.
    I wish we could have a similar event in Sweden and that it was broadcast simultaneously on all TV channels and all social media.
    By the way, see the video and please sign the letter, even if you're not in the UK.
    #climate #climateemergence #nationalemergencybriefing #climatechange #policy #justhaveathink

  16. RE: mastodon.nu/@wonderskeptic/115

    The National Emergency Briefing was held in London's Westminster on the 27th November 2025.
    This video is a summary to give the main points.
    I wish we could have a similar event in Sweden and that it was broadcast simultaneously on all TV channels and all social media.
    By the way, see the video and please sign the letter, even if you're not in the UK.
    #climate #climateemergence #nationalemergencybriefing #climatechange #policy #justhaveathink

  17. RE: mastodon.nu/@wonderskeptic/115

    The National Emergency Briefing was held in London's Westminster on the 27th November 2025.
    This video is a summary to give the main points.
    I wish we could have a similar event in Sweden and that it was broadcast simultaneously on all TV channels and all social media.
    By the way, see the video and please sign the letter, even if you're not in the UK.
    #climate #climateemergence #nationalemergencybriefing #climatechange #policy #justhaveathink

  18. RE: mastodon.nu/@wonderskeptic/115

    The National Emergency Briefing was held in London's Westminster on the 27th November 2025.
    This video is a summary to give the main points.
    I wish we could have a similar event in Sweden and that it was broadcast simultaneously on all TV channels and all social media.
    By the way, see the video and please sign the letter, even if you're not in the UK.
    #climate #climateemergence #nationalemergencybriefing #climatechange #policy #justhaveathink

  19. A summary of the UK's 'National Emergency Briefing'. A bunch of very serious and accomplished people in their various fields telling it like it is.
    There is a call to action - sign a letter urging the UK Government to get the public broadcasting corporations to uphold their duty under the law and INFORM the public of the situation.

    *BBC, ITV, C4, C5, S4

    youtu.be/8sa7uh192r0

    #JustHaveAThink #NoPlanetB #NationalEmergencyBriefing
    #ClimateCrisis

  20. A summary of the UK's 'National Emergency Briefing'. A bunch of very serious and accomplished people in their various fields telling it like it is.
    There is a call to action - sign a letter urging the UK Government to get the public broadcasting corporations to uphold their duty under the law and INFORM the public of the situation.

    *BBC, ITV, C4, C5, S4

    youtu.be/8sa7uh192r0

    #JustHaveAThink #NoPlanetB #NationalEmergencyBriefing
    #ClimateCrisis

  21. A summary of the UK's 'National Emergency Briefing'. A bunch of very serious and accomplished people in their various fields telling it like it is.
    There is a call to action - sign a letter urging the UK Government to get the public broadcasting corporations to uphold their duty under the law and INFORM the public of the situation.

    *BBC, ITV, C4, C5, S4

    youtu.be/8sa7uh192r0

    #JustHaveAThink #NoPlanetB #NationalEmergencyBriefing
    #ClimateCrisis

  22. A summary of the UK's 'National Emergency Briefing'. A bunch of very serious and accomplished people in their various fields telling it like it is.
    There is a call to action - sign a letter urging the UK Government to get the public broadcasting corporations to uphold their duty under the law and INFORM the public of the situation.

    *BBC, ITV, C4, C5, S4

    youtu.be/8sa7uh192r0

    #JustHaveAThink #NoPlanetB #NationalEmergencyBriefing
    #ClimateCrisis

  23. A summary of the UK's 'National Emergency Briefing'. A bunch of very serious and accomplished people in their various fields telling it like it is.
    There is a call to action - sign a letter urging the UK Government to get the public broadcasting corporations to uphold their duty under the law and INFORM the public of the situation.

    *BBC, ITV, C4, C5, S4

    youtu.be/8sa7uh192r0

    #JustHaveAThink #NoPlanetB #NationalEmergencyBriefing
    #ClimateCrisis

  24. ‘If delivered urgently and truthfully, with ambition matching the scale of the crisis, this will not only ensure that the public is properly informed but will also offer the protection that knowledge and preparedness bring.

    Such a campaign will resonate with the public, opening up the political space for the action needed.

    We are not safe. This is an emergency. Now is the time for courage and to put trust in the public.’


  25. ‘If delivered urgently and truthfully, with ambition matching the scale of the crisis, this will not only ensure that the public is properly informed but will also offer the protection that knowledge and preparedness bring.

    Such a campaign will resonate with the public, opening up the political space for the action needed.

    We are not safe. This is an emergency. Now is the time for courage and to put trust in the public.’

    #ClimateBreakdown
    #NationalEmergencyBriefing

  26. ‘If delivered urgently and truthfully, with ambition matching the scale of the crisis, this will not only ensure that the public is properly informed but will also offer the protection that knowledge and preparedness bring.

    Such a campaign will resonate with the public, opening up the political space for the action needed.

    We are not safe. This is an emergency. Now is the time for courage and to put trust in the public.’

    #ClimateBreakdown
    #NationalEmergencyBriefing