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Sunday 4th January, 2026.

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The Climate Emergency They’re Not Telling Us About

Top scientists warn the UK faces a climate and nature crisis more serious than COVID β€” worsened by misinformation and weak politics β€” but the government won't lead decisive action that can still change everything.

We voted for a Green council in Bristol, but their draft Local Plan would allow developers to build on almost any green space.Β  There is still time to persuade them to change it.

Listen to the podcast for the full story.

Listen to the Podcast.

One Love One Planet is Bristol's environmental community radio show.

Email studio@bcfmradio.com if you have a story you would like to tell on the radio.

The National Emergency Briefing's mission is ambitious, but achievable with your help. Our experts explained why transformative action on an unprecedented scale is now essential to avoid catastrophic consequences. Now we must call on the Government to act.

How to Take Action
What is The National Emergency Briefing?

You are welcome to join a prayer vigil outside Bath court.

All are welcome to join a peaceful prayer vigil outside Bath Law Courts, North Parade Road, at 10 am this Wednesday, 7th January.

On 13th September, four people, including a retired Church of England vicar, dropped a banner from the tower of Bath Abbey, then sat peacefully on the roof of the bell tower, asking to speak to the Bishop of Bath and Wells.Β  This was part of the Stop Crucifying Creation campaign in response to climate collapse.

More information.

Calling all Palestine activists, orgs & creatives!

πŸ“† Wed 14th January,

⏰️ 5-9 PM

πŸ“ The Arc, 27 Broad Street BS1 2HG

Drop in to swap skills, share resources and make connections across the our vibrant Bristol community.

What’s on:

πŸ₯— Food & drinks

🀝 Casual networking

πŸ›  Skillshare workshops

🎀 Upcoming events open mic

πŸ“ Resources

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Bristol Tree Forum Annual Tree Giveaway.

Bristol Tree Forum are giving away tree saplings for planting.

Email: treegiveaway@bristoltreeforum.org with - y our name, post code, and h ow many of each species you would like.

Tree species available -Β  English oak, hawthorn, beech, hornbeam, grey alder, or crab apple. We will email you to organise a collection date and time in February.

More info

Join us on Monday 12th January, 6.00 p.m. at The Steam Crane, 4 – 6 North Street, Southville.

We are a supportive group space where people can come together to share their feelings about the climate and ecological crises.

Register

Try the flight free challenge and see where staying grounded could take you.

  • For the climate

  • To inspire social change

  • To influence system change

Find out more