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ANSWERS FOR LAST MONTHS PITHERWITS
Have you any idea how much food you waste on a daily/weekly/ monthly/annual basis? It may be more than you think!
Here’s a mind blowing statistic for you 9.5 million tonnes of food waste in a single year in the UK – even though 8.4 million people in the UK are in food poverty. This equates to an average UK family throwing away EIGHT meals EVERY week.
This level of food wastage not only costs us in monetary terms as individuals, it actually impacts the environment too, with food waste in UK households producing nearly 25 million tonnes of CO2 every year.
Our grandparents and greatgrandparents would be horrified at what we chuck away every single day - as would people living in parts of the world where hunger is an ever present fact of life.
A lot of our wastage could be prevented if only we would use a little common sense, understand how best to store food, know what use by/best before dates really mean, and get clever with our cooking.
In simple terms, “use by” means just that, whereas “best before” is only a guideline. Don’t just rely on the labels though - do your own checks before throwing something away, does the item look OK, smell OK? If so, taste a little - it could still be perfectly fine to use.
If you have a freezer it should become your best friend - so many things can be safely frozen, including stuff you wouldn’t normally think about like milk, cream and cheese. Just make sure you defrost things fully and safely before using, guidance can always be found online. Microwaves can be great tools for speeding up this process - follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Learning some “leftovers” recipes is a great way to use up food that you may previously have considered binning. Those limp leeks, crinkly carrots, and a chicken carcass can be quickly turned into a stock or the basis of a soup. Similarly, the green veg in the back of the fridge can also be turned into a soup, chuck in that bit of cheese that needs using up and turn the bread that you think is past its best into croutons (tear up, put on a baking tray, sprinkle with olive oil and bake until crunchy).
Use ALL the fruit and veg you buy - chop and use the stems of herbs as well as the leaves; add the green bits and the stalks of a cauli when making cauliflower cheese; slice broccoli stems and add to stir-fries (or chuck in the soup pot!); use most of the green bits of leeks and spring onions. You can even leave the skins on potatoes as you boil for mash - but make sure they’re clean!
We can all help prevent food wastage - it just takes a little effort, knowledge and imagination.
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In 1810, after seven years of the Napoleonic Wars, the prime minister, Lord Liverpool, penned a memorandum stating that Britain’s military was: “as large a force … as the Population and Finances of the Country could well support”.
The movements of the French military led to the mass mobilisation of a generation of men to defend Britain against revolutionary and then Napoleonic France between 1793 and 1815 is overlooked and largely forgotten. An astonishing one in four men served in some kind of capacity during these wars, a figure that exceeds those of World War I. We all know of the Home Guard of WW2, often immortalised by the TV series, but during the early 19th century these volunteers played a crucial role.
The First Great War
At its peak, there were 250,000 men in the British Army, plus 80,000 serving in the militia, a particular form of home defence force raised during wartime, as well as 140,000 in the Royal Navy… These figures were matched by part-time soldiers raised across England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland – there were 450,000 of these during the height of the invasion scare in the run up to the Battle of Trafalgar of 1805.
The composition of the Britain’s military was quite different to that in World War I as so many were not in full-time military service but enlisted as parttime soldiers to be used in case of an invasion. As these soldiers were never used in combat, their experience has been mostly forgotten. But the impact of these part-time soldiers, known as Volunteers, was widespread across the UK. They formed the bulk of Britain’s military effort and were established in almost every town across the country. As well as meeting up for training (about 20 days a year), they also became involved in the civic and social life of their areas and their members.
As these soldiers still continued in their civilian lives, they tended to be quite representative of the social make-up of their locality. Sometimes, involvement in the Volunteers was a way to improve one’s social standing.
Other units, especially cavalry (often known as the Yeomanry), were particularly exclusive. The additional cost of the uniforms and equipment of some units, beyond what the government provided, meant that being a member of these units was quite a financial commitment.
Many volunteer units participated in the Royal Jubilee celebrations of 1809. Their activities were frequently reported in newspapers. They regularly appeared at weddings and funerals. Given the numbers involved, there’s a good chance that anyone who had an ancestor in the UK during these wars could find something about them – even if it is just records of them getting paid for their time.
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Many households in rural Derbyshire rely on oil for heating and hot water. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has meant the cost of oil has risen drastically. In the last year alone, the average price of oil has skyrocketed, rising by an astonishing 60% between February 2021 and February 2022. But, since
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The minimum order quantity for heating oil is 500 litres which at today’s prices is around £800! In March 2021 it was only £200. Households struggling to make ends meet just can’t afford it which therefore means no central heating. Matlock-based Rural Action Derbyshire is asking for donations to its Oil Bank, which provides a delivery of heating oil for those who are struggling to make ends meet. The Oil Bank relies solely on donations, and the charity is hoping to raise as much money as possible to deal with soaring demand. Emma Simpson, manager of the Community Oil Buying scheme, said: “We started the Oil Bank in 2020, but it’s needed now more than ever. What we have in our oil bank would have helped 3 or 4 households last year but now it will just about help one. We really need to significantly boost funds. Without it some people will be left in the cold, literally.” One beneficiary of the Oil Bank said: “During a very stressful and worrying time, the delivery of oil from the Oil Bank took away the difficult decision to choose between hot water and heating or food and essential personal products for my daughter and myself. I will be eternally grateful for this support.”
Those wanting to contribute to this vital fundraiser can do so by visiting ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk/appeal/oil-bank-appeal or by emailing e.simpson@ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk.
