15 Dec 2015

One of the first on the bonfire of the Quangos in the last Parliament was the Sustainable Development Commission who had developed a reputation for trying to do things and save money. At least the world gets sustainable development – now we have their quango … the Natural Capital Committee. These Parliamentary committees have a […]

17 Nov 2015

Environment Audit Committee – the Government’s approach to Sustainable Development At a time when Government are systematically downgrading their environmental commitments the EAC have begun their work for this parliament with this review. This will provide the context for further inquiries.  Read the results of their conference here. Conference on the Government’s Approach to Sustainable […]

18 May 2015

Probably a coincidence but coming on the heels of the Water Company report on the potential for catchment management https://www.cmscoms.com/?p=3564 Helm’s views are an interesting intervention at the start of the Parliament. The Natural Capital Committee is a clear commitment in the Conservative manifesto and an increasingly rare ‘green’ survivor in this Government’s programme. It […]