Author: Mariah Wheeler

OGDEN, Utah — The Ogden Branch of the NAACP has issued a statement encouraging everyone who exercises their right to protest to do so in a non-violent manner. Just a day prior to the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden, and with the Jan. 6  siege of the U.S. Capitol fresh in people’s minds, the statement reminds NAACP members and all area residents that: “As members of this great country we are called to be engaged in our democracy, share our concerns, grievances, issues and work collectively for positive change. We are called to do so without harming others or life…

OGDEN, Utah – Campaigners lashed out at the delay, claiming it would hinder action on air pollution, water quality and wildlife protection. The legislation includes setting targets for air quality, water, biodiversity and waste reduction – and outlines what standard must be achieved by when. It also includes measures to ensure UK consumers no longer contribute to the destruction of forested land overseas, through new rules aimed at stopping the import of goods from areas of illegally deforested land. Ministers said the delay – which means the flagship legislation is unlikely to pass before the autumn – was necessary because…