System change

Why Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities need our support

Published:  26 Apr 2022    |      Last updated:  05 Sep 2022    |      3 minute read
The passing of the policing bill into law is a moment to redouble our efforts to defend Britain’s 300,000 strong Gypsy and Traveller communities, who face increased criminalisation under the new law. Romany journalist Jake Bowers explains how the bill impacts nomadic ways of life, and why we need to join forces across society to defend and protect our planet.

How climate won in 2021 elections

Published:  13 May 2021    |      2 minute read
It's notoriously tough to get commitments from electoral candidates, but supporters and groups from across the Friends of the Earth family pulled out all the stops for May elections. Find out how many of our newly elected local leaders have publicly committed to climate action.