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View in browser Dear John, This month I want to share some of the latest hopeful stories from around Friends of the Earth – from reopening railway stations to the rainforests of Malaysia. Let us know which is your favourite. Getting back on track After an absence of over 80 years, passenger services have resumed at 3 train stations in South Birmingham – the result of years of local campaigning supported by Birmingham Friends of the Earth. This victory highlights the hope our local action groups bring to their communities. As a Friends of the Earth supporter, you’re part of that story too. So why not put up a free Hope Starts Here poster – order yours today. ORDER MY POSTER Sending the frackers packing This just in – North Yorkshire County Council has made its formal decision about fracking in Burniston, near Scarborough. And it’s a NO. We’re really proud to have supported the local community’s epic campaign to stop Europa Oil and Gas’s plans for so-called low-level fracking. Which risked being approved because of a loophole in England’s fracking ban. Want to help close the loophole? Email energy secretary Ed Miliband today. I'LL ADD MY VOICE Anti-fracking protesters stand outside the council buildings in Scarborough Investigation into Malaysian timber announced Timber Development UK – the UK's largest timber trade body – has announced it is investigating Malaysian timber imports, following our exposé in March. This is a win for our campaign to clean up tainted timber and UK supply chains. We're pursuing this work with the UK government and industry – so watch this space. And if you want to help keep the pressure up, it’s not too late to sign our petition. I'LL SIGN THE PETITION Clean water makes the King’s speech With this week’s hot weather, millions of people have been getting back in the water. So it was positive to hear the Clean Water Bill announced in the King’s speech – meaning the government is due to sort our filthy water soon. Now it’s up to all of us to make sure it gets it right. For nature and for everyone taking a dip this summer. I'LL SIGN THE PETITION Wellbeing through nature Next Wednesday we’re hosting our second free Postcode Gardener webinar. This one is set to be a real treat. Over this hour-long session, you’ll learn about our innate connection to nature and its healing powers. Then we’ll take the time to slow down and reset with a guided meditation. 😌🌱 Wednesday 3 June, 7 pm to 8 pm. We hope to see you there! (And if you can’t make it, sign up and we’ll send you a recording.) I'LL RESERVE MY PLACE A photo of a man standing in a wood. Text 'Rooted in resilience: cultivating wellbeing through nature. Wednesday 3 June 7-8pm. Hosted by Ciaran McLoughlin, Postcode Gardener, Manchester I hope you’ve enjoyed this month’s news round up. With the hottest ever May temperatures recorded this week, and the rise of anti-climate action candidates in the local elections, we know we’ve got our work cut out. But there’s a lot going on around our network that gives us hope. I hope it’s working for you too. Beset wishes, Aleanna, Friends of the Earth About us Supporter promise Privacy policy Contact us DONATE This email was sent to spanishjohnedwards@gmail.com Want to change how you receive these emails? Unsubscribe from this list We send communications to our supporters who have opted in to receive emails from us. Friends of the Earth Limited. Reg. No. 01012357. Incorporated in England and Wales. Registered office: Friends of the Earth The Printworks 139 Clapham Road London, SW9 0HP United Kingdom Copyright © Friends of the Earth Limited