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Mar52021 by adminNo Comments

National Trust maps out climate threats to historic places

Science

National TrustThe National Trust has mapped climate change threats to its stately homes, countryside and coastline.The map paints a "stark picture", which will help plan interventions to save its sites, says the charity.The data is based on a "worst-case scenario" where emissions of heat-trapping gases continue unabated.Sites facing a high level of threat from the likes of extreme heat or flooding could rise from 5% in 2020 to 17% in 2060, the map predicts. The map will be used to help pinpoint locations for peat bog restoration to counteract flooding or tree planting to provide shade in areas likely to experience high temperatures.National Trust"While the data draws on a worst-case scenario, the map paints a stark picture of what we have to prepare for," National Trust director for land a...

Feb262021 by adminNo Comments

National Trust to plant blossom trees in cities

Science

EPAThe National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees, including cherry, hazel and plum, at different sites around the UK.As part of the plan, a circle of 33 trees will be planted in London, one representing each London borough. Designs are being finalised for groves in Nottingham, Newcastle and Plymouth - and other sites will follow.The project should help improve access to nature for those in towns and cities across the country.The idea is to try to create a UK equivalent of Japan's concept of "Hanami" - the annual celebration of flowers, and the coming of spring.Research carried out for the National Trust last year showed that almost half a million people live in "grey deserts " with no trees or green spaces nearby.Hilary McGrady, director general of the Trust, said the...

Jan222021 by adminNo Comments

Tom Brokaw retires, puts trust in ‘new generation of NBC News’

Entertainment

Jan. 22 (UPI) -- NBC News announced the retirement of Tom Brokaw on Friday after 55 years with the network. The 80-year-old anchor said in a statement that he trusts the new generation of NBC News to cover current events. Advertisement "During one of the most complex and consequential eras in American history, a new generation of NBC News journalists, producers and technicians is providing America with timely, insightful and critically important information, 24/7," the statement read. "I could not be more proud of them." Brokaw began his NBC career in the Los Angeles Bureau in 1966. He was White House correspondent from 1972-1976 and hosted Today from 1976-1983. Brokaw anchored NBC Nightly News from 1983-2004. He recurred as a special correspondent after vacating the anchor desk. He fille...

Oct22020 by adminNo Comments

National Trust suffers ‘worst year’ for ash dieback

Science

The National Trust has said it has experienced the worst year on record for ash dieback on its estates.It says a combination of the coronavirus lockdown and the driest spring on record created a "perfect storm" for the disease to spread.The charity says it will have to spend £2m on felling infected trees this year - four times more than the average cost of felling trees.Sites affected are places that inspired Beatrix Potter and John Constable.Some landscapes show resistance to ash diebackWhat will be rising from the ashes?"Ash dieback is a catastrophe for nature," said the trust's national tree and woodland adviser, Luke Barley."Our landscapes and woodlands are irrevocably changing before our eyes, and this year's combination of ...

Jun72020 by adminNo Comments

Coronavirus: NHS trust bosses not consulted over new face mask rules

Health

NHS trusts were not consulted before the government announced changes to the use of face coverings and visitor policy in English hospitals, the chief executive of NHS Providers has said.Chris Hopson said trust leaders felt "completely in the dark" about the "significant and complex" changes.From 15 June, hospital visitors and outpatients must wear face coverings and staff must use surgical masks.The Department of Health says masks can be provided by the hospital if needed.A spokeswoman said that, while the public were "strongly urged" to wear a face covering while inside hospitals, no-one would be denied care.Separately, NHS England has lifted the national suspension on hospital visiting with new guidance for NHS trusts.The guidance, which states visiting...