Tag Archives: happiness

Money versus happiness

Posted on March 13, 2013 by

I try and avoid philosophy, my education was very science based and I am much more comfortable relying on an evidence based approach to life. However, there are times when a more philosophical approach is needed.  The current Government and … Continue reading →

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Well-being – a test of joined up Government

Posted on July 24, 2012 by

This morning saw the publication of a further update of the Government’s proposed measures of national well-being or ‘happiness index’ as it has become known in some quarters. Visitors to the ONS website will not lack for quantities of data … Continue reading →

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Why trees?

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

I just had to share this fantastic, short doodle-video with you. In a nutshell, it illustrates why we work so hard to protect and expand our tree and woodland resource. Trees are so important to our lives, and they work so hard … Continue reading →

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Time to recognise happiness grows on trees

Posted on January 6, 2012 by

Will green spaces with trees get the recognition they deserve in the official ‘happiness’ consultation? The Government’s public health white paper ‘healthy lives, healthy people’ (published last year) recognised that trees are officially good for your health, and the importance … Continue reading →

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