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Whose land? Our land

More and more people are becoming interested in growing their own food. But our ability to take this essential step towards a sustainable future is being stifled by the radical inequalities of land distribution, in a country where patterns of land-ownership have changed little since feudal times, and the access to land of those who don’t own it has actually diminished.

Published on December 12, 2011, by Joe Rake
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Resistance is beautiful

Transitioning into an unknown future has got to be about creativity. We must let our imaginations run loose to create new ways of living, new types of energy and new games to play.

Published on December 10, 2011, by Joe Rake
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Communities in crisis

The riots over the summer put things into perspective and highlighted the need for community spaces. For me, the riots served as a very harsh reminder of the lack of tight-knit community in our country. It was sad to see those cases where looting and rioting spread to local community shops, because of the realisation that those involved didn't feel they were attacking their own community.

Published on November 21, 2011, by Joe Rake
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The local Heathrow economy

The village of Sipson contains around 500 houses and a handful of small businesses. It is in many respects like any other village in the UK, except of course for its proximity to one of the largest and busiest airports in the world.

Published on November 14, 2011, by Joe Rake
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In defence of squatting

Squatting, a proud tradition in the UK which involves individuals taking over empty/abandoned properties is under threat. A new government consultation to criminalise squatting in the UK has just ended and any criminalisation plans are likely to be pushed through in the new year.

Published on October 17, 2011, by Joe Rake
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Building our own media alternatives

The corporate media empire have too much power. Not just power but increasingly political influence. We need to break out and build our own media alternatives... this social reporting pilot project is a good start.

Published on October 10, 2011, by Joe Rake
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How the transition town movement found Transition Heathrow

Transition Heathrow jumped on board the transition town movement at a very different stage to most. Where did it all begin?

Published on September 24, 2011, by Joe Rake
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