Ireland pilots basic income scheme for artists, green social prescribing, Philly bans minor traffic stops
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In today’s edition of Squirrel News, we’re talking about the launch of a basic guaranteed income scheme for artists and art workers in Ireland, an increase in the number of “nature on prescription” initiatives in the UK, and Philadelphia becoming the first US city to ban traffic stops for minor violations in an attempt to tackle racial profiling.
Irish basic income scheme for artists and art workers set to be piloted in 2022
With an initial budget of €25 million, the funds hope to breathe new life into Ireland’s famous arts scene, which has been heavily impacted by the ongoing pandemic.
Philadelphia City Council bans traffic stops for minor violations
The bill aims to prevent law enforcement officials from pulling over drivers for minor offences, which have historically disproportionately targeted non-white individuals.
Earthshot Prize winners announced in global bid to tackle climate crisis
Five global thinkers were each awarded a grant worth £1m to develop their ideas and technologies, ranging from Italy’s food waste schemes to Costa Rica’s ecosystem restoration projects.
Scientists and farmers unite to save California’s rarest butterflies
From a breeding laboratory to the world’s first fully electric smart tractor, a series of innovative solutions are tackling the rapid decline of the state’s butterflies.
Biden restores national monuments in win for environmental activists
The restoration of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante represents a victory for advocates after protections were slashed during the Trump presidency.
Paris has become an example of green and liveable public housing
The French capital has spent the last decade investing in and improving this sector, aligning social housing initiatives with the city’s larger climate goals.
London pub accepts old iPhones and other unwanted tech as payment
At the Trade-Inn, customers can swap almost 14,000 kinds of electronic devices for food and drinks, with the gear repaired by a tech company for future use.
Barely-used Cleveland church vans find new purpose as lift-sharing service
Recognising that many families could not afford to own, operate and maintain individual cars, the Sure House Baptist Church has launched a scheme connecting workers with safe transport.
California’s prisons are experiencing a radical shift in drug treatment approaches
Many correctional facilities are now focusing on rehabilitation and harm reduction strategies, viewing addiction as a health issue rather than a criminal one.
