Unions say it’s ‘premature’ to talk about the return of schools until government can prove it’s safe

Union chiefs have today hit out at reports that the government could look to re-open primary schools in England as early as June 1 and warned decision makers they face losing the confidence of head teachers and staff if plans are rushed.  Kevin Courtney, General Secretary of the National Education Union, the largest teachers’ trade … Read more

Adding 10 percent more tree canopy in Philadelphia could prevent over 400 premature deaths a year

Adding 10 percent more tree cover in Philadelphia could prevent 403 premature deaths a year and generate $4billion in new economic activity, new study finds A new study calculated the benefits of adding more trees to Philadelphia The team found that increasing the tree canopy 10 percent could save 403 lives A healthier population would … Read more