Hanleys Environment Group

27/05/2026

Our midday banter session this Wednesday 27th May will be about Food Resilience.

All those of us who have seen or screened the People's Emergency Briefing film will be very aware of the major topics covered therein, one of which is the threat to our food supplies.

40% of our food is imported; farmers spend huge amounts of money on fertilisers (made from natural gas), and diesel, both of which are jumping in cost as a result of the war with Iran. The video shows all too clearly the effects of climate change (one farmer is quoted as "farming water" - and this year, after the wettest February, we are now seeing very high termperatures and an absence of rain at a critical part of the growing season) - which are bound to have an impact on food availability. Food is identified as a part of our Critical National Infrastructure - as is Cyber - yet although there is established policy and instructions for combating Cyber, no such clear details exist for food....

A 2025 Report to the National Preparedness Commission does highlight "7 steps to reduce the UK's civil food resilience gap", and specifically states that the gap has to involve food produced locally.

"Food Resilience" - this week's presentation - goes through the current situation, and demonstrates the 7 steps listed in the report

It is suggested that anybody who is concerned with local government, or with an interest in our food supply, and how we make ourselves more able to cope with what is very likely to impact us in the months and years ahead should find this extremely topical.

Banter sessions are open to all, free on Zoom, and held every Wednesday from noon - 1pm. Please sign up for this session here https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcu2urjMvGdJH09t0GQ72fBJSFr9zzIDj #/registration. All sessions are recorded, and the results are made available to all in our Knowledgebase - so if you are unable to make it to the live session, but would like to be informed when it has been published, please sign up anyway: this puts you on the distribution list for the results.

20/05/2026

There has never been a better time to try Worcestershire on Demand, the county's flexible, on-demand bus service! 🚌

New users can enjoy 10 free rides when they download the app between Friday 22 May and Sunday 31 May.

Worcestershire on Demand makes it easy to book a journey at a time that suits you. There are no timetables or fixed routes, simply book a ride, walk to a nearby pick-up point, and track your vehicle in real time.

The free rides can be redeemed at any time, but half term is the perfect chance to give the service a try!

The Worcestershire on Demand app is free to download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Find out more about Worcestershire on Demand, including service zones and how to use the app here: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WOD

20/05/2026

🌎 People’s Emergency Briefing 🌎
Together with the Environmental Groups in Castlemorton & Welland we are screening this important public information film.
WHEN: Wednesday 1 July 19.00
WHERE: Welland Parish Hall
PRICE: Free entry. Limited spaces. Booking required (see below)
Come and be part of a nationwide initiative to understand how climate change will affect every one of us, and what we can do about it.
Most of us have never been fully briefed on what climate change means for our
lives, our economy and our future. A new film, being shown communities across
the UK, does just that. The People’s Emergency Briefing set out the risks facing
the nation - and the credible, positive responses available.
Wildlife author, Johnny Birks, will introduce the film and lead the discussion
afterwards.
Book your free ticket here, and spread the word!
https://www.tickettailor.com/.../southmalvernpari.../2155541
Background
In November 2025, the National Emergency Briefing brought together leading experts in Westminster to present the latest evidence on the climate and nature crisis to politicians, decision makers other influential people in Westminster. That evidence is now on the public record.
Why it matters now
Climate and nature breakdown will affect every constituency in the country, from health and food systems to infrastructure, security to economic stability. This crisis is more serious and immediate than many of us understand. There is strong evidence that bold, urgent action will improve lives and livelihoods, but the window of opportunity is narrowing.
About the Film
The 50-minute film combines authoritative scientific content from the Westminster event with reactions from members of the public and some more familiar faces - designed to help audiences process the information. It delivers frank facts about the threats, but also the enormous benefits if Government leads genuine emergency action

17/05/2026

🌎 People’s Emergency Briefing 🌎

Together with the Environmental Groups in Castlemorton & Welland we are screening this important public information film.
WHEN: Wednesday 1 July 19.00
WHERE: Welland Parish Hall
PRICE: Free entry. Limited spaces. Booking required (see below)
Come and be part of a nationwide initiative to understand how climate change will affect every one of us, and what we can do about it.
Most of us have never been fully briefed on what climate change means for our
lives, our economy and our future. A new film, being shown communities across
the UK, does just that. The People’s Emergency Briefing set out the risks facing
the nation - and the credible, positive responses available.
Wildlife author, Johnny Birks, will introduce the film and lead the discussion
afterwards.
Book your free ticket here, and spread the word!
https://www.tickettailor.com/.../southmalvernpari.../2155541

Background
In November 2025, the National Emergency Briefing brought together leading experts in Westminster to present the latest evidence on the climate and nature crisis to politicians, decision makers other influential people in Westminster. That evidence is now on the public record.
Why it matters now
Climate and nature breakdown will affect every constituency in the country, from health and food systems to infrastructure, security to economic stability. This crisis is more serious and immediate than many of us understand. There is strong evidence that bold, urgent action will improve lives and livelihoods, but the window of opportunity is narrowing.
About the Film
The 50-minute film combines authoritative scientific content from the Westminster event with reactions from members of the public and some more familiar faces - designed to help audiences process the information. It delivers frank facts about the threats, but also the enormous benefits if Government leads genuine emergency action

🌎 People’s Emergency Briefing 🌎

Welland Parish Hall is hosting a screening of this important public information film.

WHEN: Wednesday 1 July 19.00
WHERE: Welland Parish Hall
PRICE: Free entry. Limited spaces. Booking required (see below)

Come and be part of a nationwide initiative to understand how climate change will
affect every one of us, and what we can do about it.

Most of us have never been fully briefed on what climate change means for our
lives, our economy and our future. A new film, being shown communities across
the UK, does just that. The People’s Emergency Briefing set out the risks facing
the nation - and the credible, positive responses available.

Wildlife author, Johnny Birks, will introduce the film and lead the discussion
afterwards.

Book your free ticket here, and spread the word!
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/southmalvernparishenvironmentalgroups/2155541



Background

In November 2025, the National Emergency Briefing brought together leading experts in Westminster to present the latest evidence on the climate and nature crisis to politicians, decision makers other influential people in Westminster. That evidence is now on the public record.

Why it matters now

Climate and nature breakdown will affect every constituency in the country, from health and food systems to infrastructure, security to economic stability. This crisis is more serious and immediate than many of us understand. There is strong evidence that bold, urgent action will improve lives and livelihoods, but the window of opportunity is narrowing.

About the Film

The 50-minute film combines authoritative scientific content from the Westminster event with reactions from members of the public and some more familiar faces - designed to help audiences process the information. It delivers frank facts about the threats, but also the enormous benefits if Government leads genuine emergency action.

15/05/2026

11/05/2026

This scheme has two e-bikes in Hanley Swan / Hanley Castle. They can be trialled by local residents for free.
If interested, contact us at [email protected]

This scheme has two e-bikes in Hanley Swan / Hanley Castle. They can be trialled by local residents for free.

07/05/2026

Stag Beetles In Upton

Upton upon Severn and surrounding villages are the only place in Worcestershire that are home to the UK’s largest land beetle. Worcestershire Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is inviting local residents to come along to discover more about these amazing beetles and how to help them thrive In the area.

There will be a short talk and the opportunity to get advice. We’re hoping to be able to offer to the creation of a number of log piles for people and this is a great chance to learn more about how you can get involved.

Tuesday 26 May 2026
7:00pm - 8:15pm
Memorial Hall, Old Street, Upton upon Severn, WR8 0HA

06/05/2026

Please consider signing this petition.

We are those campaigners - and we think it’s time the UK Governments took action on glyphosate spraying pre-harvest.

Why? Because it’s a major source of pesticide residues in our food. Sprayed pre-harvest, glyphosate has no time to break down, and can end up in everyday foods like bread, cereals and beer.

We know farmers are under intense pressure - but pre-harvest spraying of glyphosate is already banned in the EU, and alternatives are available. That’s why farmers need support to move away from this practice - and the government should ban it.

Sign our petition to call for:
1. A ban on using glyphosate to dry crops before harvest
2. Stronger protections on pesticide residues in food
3. Support for farmers to transition to more nature-friendly farming practices

It’s time to cut the chemicals from our food and fields.
Sign the petition: https://soilassociation.co/cutthechemsFB

04/05/2026

UPDATE: This offer has now sold out. You are still able to purchase a compost bin for full price with the link below.

It's the start of ! 🌱

Let's get down and dirty and celebrate turning our waste into wonderful!

To get you started on your composting journey, we're offering cut-price compost bins for just £10.00 plus delivery! That's right, ten earth-shattering pounds! 🤩

Turn those kitchen scraps and garden waste into black gold for your plants. Let's make our gardens (and the planet) rot in a good way! 😉

Grab your bargain bin now and let's get composting!

Visit https://www.getcomposting.com to order your bin,