Council members are proposing to extend loading times and bays on the refurbished off-road cycle lane approaching Cleveland Place, These changes will either force cyclists into the heavily trafficked [two-lane] west bound carriage ways; OR into potential collisions with pedestrians. The Council also wants to remove the curb build-out at Snow Hill, which was designed to protect cyclists and prevent illegal ingress by motorists onto the on-road cycle lane. The Council may also be considering complete complete removal of the on-road cycle lanes, simply to increase traffic flows. All of these plans contradict previous agreements and undertakings supporting improved cycling access, agreed by all the parties, in the Bath Transport Strategy.

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

Islington is the borough with the fewest green spaces in the whole of London. Highbury Fields is a precious open space that the people of Islington have enjoyed for more than 250 years. But it is being threatened by the council's inability to manage the public health and safety risks caused by the huge number of barbecue parties on Highbury Fields. A simple survey done by Islington Council in August 2015 shows that about half of the users of the park come from outside the borough. Other councils in London have decided that their green spaces should be for everybody not just those who barbecue. But in Islington those who simply want to enjoy the open air on Highbury Fields find themselves in a smoke zone. These are the main dangers threatening the Fields and why you should be concerned: AIR POLLUTION A dangerous pollutant known as PM2.5* is released into the atmosphere when burning charcoal in barbeques. In 2015, multiple spot readings were taken of PM2.5 levels using personal monitors. Kings College London's Pollution Unit produced a report which showed that barbeques on Highbury Fields were affecting PM2.5 concentrations on and adjacent to the park - some of these spot readings were extremely high (rivalling those of Delhi and Beijing) This means that users of the park, passers-by and residents were exposed, the amount of exposure being greater the closer to the lit barbecues. The study also showed that the levels measured were 2-3 times worse than that of the traffic at Marylebone Road - a major trunk road (where King's have a monitoring station). Short term pollution can affect health - coughs, wheezes, increase in hospital admissions, strokes and heart attacks, worsening of asthma, smarting of eyes, headaches, sore throats, etc. DEFRA states that: Exposure to high concentrations of PM2.5 (e.g. during short term pollution episodes) can [also] exacerbate lung and heart conditions, significantly affecting quality of life and increase deaths and hospital admissions. Children, the elderly and those with predisposed respiratory and cardiovascular disease, are known to be more susceptible to the health impacts from air pollution (http://laqm.defra.gov.uk/public-health/pm25.html). The World Health Organisation states that small particulate pollution (PM) have health impacts even at very low concentrations - indeed no threshold has been identified below which no damage to health is observed. http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs313/en/ In other words, even small concentrations can have an impact on health and there is no safe level of PM. Some residents living in the vicinity of the park (who arguably are exposed to longer periods of pollution) have significant health problems including respiratory illnesses. Some have difficulty in breathing - their health and wellbeing are seriously affected by the high levels of PM2.5 coming from the smoke from barbeques, and they have nowhere else to go. A 2nd scientific study was undertaken last year, which confirmed the findings of the King's report. There was a strong correlation between barbecues on Highbury Fields and PM2.5 exposure, as measured by a fixed monitoring station 25 meters away. This occurred during weekends and weekdays too, and at times, persisted for hours. Yet Islington Council has ignored advise that PM2.5 pollution levels during barbecues are extremely high and does nothing to stop the smoke wafting over children's play areas in the Fields. Barbecues are banned in most of the parks of London on safety and health grounds. But Islington continues to encourage them and says "there are no public health grounds" for changing their policy. *PM2.5 are tiny particles produced in barbeque smoke which are so small they can penetrate deep into the lungs. Long term effects on health include stunted lung growth in children, lung cancer, asthma and early death. It is also implicated in dementia and diabetes. DAMAGE TO GRASS As Islington's barbecue policy attracts growing crowds from the boroughs where barbecues are banned, the park's grass has become scorched with hundreds of burnt patches. Last year one spot count revealed more than 230 deep burns - unsightly, sad and unnecessary. But Islington's environment department says this level of damage is not excessive. LITTER Rubbish has become a major issue. Scores of hot disposable barbecue units are discarded and food debris, bottle and broken glass are left strewn across the Fields. Animals on the Fields suffer from cuts or eat plastic and inappropriate food and become ill. Discarded food attracts foxes, rodents and pigeons - all pests and a threat to health. Dog walkers, strollers and joggers and those who simply want to sit and enjoy the Fields all have to suffer them looking like a rubbish tip. This Summer, a resident counted 82 bins altogether in the park servicing the immense amount of rubbish generated by barbeque users. FIRE Each year the Fire Brigade is called to put out fires started by those who barbecue. Fire engines have had to attend on two consecutive days in May this year. Each visit costs hundreds of pounds. HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS All users of the Fields are at risk from hot coals, bin fires, metal grills from disposable barbecues, broken glass and debris left behind. It's an accident waiting to happen. HIGHBURY FIELDS FOREVER For over 250 years Highbury Fields and its leafy walks have provided a haven for the people of Islington. In 1885 Islington Council and the Metropolitan Board of Works purchased the Fields as a "lung of the parish" essential to the health and well being of the thickly - peopled district surrounding it. Thousands of us have pushed our prams, taken our first steps, learned to ride our bikes, courted, skated, picnicked, walked our dogs and played on the Fields. Help to keep Highbury Fields for all of us.

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that us, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this town including, of course, our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

The use of glyphosates has already been banned or restricted in 8 countries. It is not acceptable that ourselves, our children and the animals we share our community with are being routinely exposed to these chemicals whether we like it or not. This is a matter of great importance for those of us who care about each other's health and the health of our children, our cats, our dogs and all the flora and fauna of this city, of course including our beloved bees. If you don't live in this area, click here to start a campaign for your city: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/start-a-pesticide-campaign

SAVE MIDDLE BEACH CAFE STUDLAND The National Trust are to close this fantastic amenity which has been much loved by locals and tourists alike for many many years, since about 1919. It provides important employment for local people and is a community asset. The NT are citing their policy of non intervention for natural retreat of the coast line but the entire local area has had sea defended installed. The locals are prepared to help but none seems to be listening. This is such a fantastic place which is irreplaceable and unique & is used by many every year. Please help to save by sharing this page,writing to the NT and signing the petition. Thank you