Monthly Archives: July 2019

Benenden pageant 50 years on

Posted on 19/07/2019 by campaignerkate

Fifty years ago I was the Echyngham standard-bearer for the Benenden School pageant. Continue reading →

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Climate-crisis speech in a hothouse

Posted on 17/07/2019 by campaignerkate

On 16 July I went to Kew Gardens to listen to the environment secretary, Michael Gove, speak about Defra’s work. Sadly, he didn’t mention public access until I asked the question. Continue reading →

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Elinor Ostrom awards 2019

Posted on 06/07/2019 by campaignerkate

There were three winners of the Elinor Ostrom award 2019 and all had played a part in collective action. Continue reading →

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First day in Lima

Posted on 03/07/2019 by campaignerkate

I am in Lima, Peru, for the International Association for the Study of the Commons biennial conference. Continue reading →

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