Smoky coal ban must go nationwide

For the past month or more we have been made aware of the effects of greenhouse gases on the planet in a most striking manner. Millions of people around the world have been galvanised into action to raise awareness of the dangers to humanity’s only home.

There is also growing concern over the threat to our oceans from pollution and over-fishing. Fifty-two non-governmental organisations have written to European leaders calling on them to show leadership by acting to protect the ocean, as well as urgently cutting CO2 emissions.