Eloise Sacares

Great to see @eloisesacares.bsky.social's latest report, ‘Ill-Prepared’, featured in the Mirror.

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We urge the government to create a new opt-out sickness insurance for the self-employed, funded by workers and engagers, alongside other vital reforms.

Much more to come in the upcoming report from @thefabians.bsky.social !

Self-employed workers without sick pay are 'illness away from financial ruin' A new report out urges the government to introduce a sickness insurance system for the self-employed, and end the “threadbare support system” that leaves them without security

Brilliant to see my upcoming report on sick pay for the self employed covered in the Mirror today.

Self-employed workers currently stand to lose 81 per cent of their income if they fall sick, leaving many in precarious situations.

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This is my penultimate publication before moving on from the Fabians, so it’s amazing to see such strong engagement with the report.

Now onto my final publication on sick pay for the self-employed…

5. Mandate all 600 large food businesses to commit to the food waste reduction roadmap, rather than relying on voluntary commitments.

You can view the full report and its recommendations here:

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3. Abolish VAT for building refurbishments and repairs to level the playing field with new builds.

4. Ensure the National Wealth Fund invests in infrastructure for large scale critical mineral recycling, stimulating further private sector investment.

We suggest that the government should:

1. Introduce a target for England to reduce raw material use to under 8 tonnes per person by 2050.

2. Introduce a cap on repair prices to create a true ‘right to repair’ for consumers.

The report explores practical steps to cut waste and scale up the circular economy in England.

With the UK’s material footprint now at its highest level since 2008—and nearly three times what the UN deems sustainable—the forthcoming circular economy strategy is a vital chance to turn the tide.

Delighted to see that my recent report ‘Repair, Reuse, Recycle’ was the second most read think tank report in August, according to @smartthinking.bsky.social ‘s monthly newsletter!

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You can read ‘Repair, Reuse, Recycle - Making The Circular Economy in England Work At Scale’ here ⬇️

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🔁 Invest in infrastructure for large scale critical mineral recycling, stimulating further private sector investment

🥫Mandate all large businesses to sign up to the food waste roadmap, rather than relying on voluntary commitments

🔧 Introduce a cap on repair prices within ‘right to repair’ legislation 

 🏗️ Abolish VAT for building refurbishments and repairs to level the playing field with new build.

The report sets out several policies that would help turn the tide and should be included in the upcoming circular economy strategy.

The government could:

🎯 Introduce a target for England to reduce raw material use to under eight tonnes per person by 2050

But several factors have held back progression to a more circular economy, including a lack of political prioritisation by successive governments, a lack of clear targets, and a lack of financial incentives 💵

Developing a more circular economy, where waste is reduced and materials stay in circulation for longer, has numerous benefits - from increased resource security and reduced emissions, to benefits to the economy and consumers.

England produced 191m tonnes of waste in the last year data was recorded, and our material footprint has risen to 20.1 tonnes per capita in a year.

That's the same as the weight of 4 African elephants. 

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Delighted to launch this @thefabians.bsky.social report today on how England can reduce waste and make the circular economy work at scale. 

We are currently going in the wrong direction on resource use, but there are several practical steps the government can take to turn this around.

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🚨NEW REPORT🚨

In 2022, the UK’s material footprint hit 20.1 tonnes per capital, the highest since 2008, and it’s still rising.

How do we turn this around?

In ‘Repair, Reuse, Recycle’ @eloisesacares.bsky.social sets it out. 🧵

Building 1.5m new homes is a stretching target

It will require starts to nearly double, compared to previous parliament

But the Gov will be judged on delivery so further reform is needed

That is why @thefabians.bsky.social have established a Housing Centre

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Think it’s too hot to work today? 🌡️🥵

Our report ‘Whatever the Weather’ recommends the government introduce a maximum indoor working temperature of 30C

Originally recommended by @tuc.org.uk, it would incentivise employers to keep workplaces cool while avoiding health impacts to workers

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Spain and Germany already have a maximum temperature law 🇪🇸🇩🇪

The UK must adapt to our changing climate and protect workers from the health impacts of more frequent and severe heatwaves

You can read the full report below ⬇️

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We also recommend clear statutory responsibilities on employers if working temperatures reach 24C, including:

👔 Temporary relaxation of dress codes
💧 Provision of water
🏡 More regular breaks
🌞 Provision of suncream and protective equipment for outdoor workers

Think it’s too hot to work today? 🌡️🥵

Our report ‘Whatever the Weather’ recommends the government introduce a maximum indoor working temperature of 30C

Originally recommended by @tuc.org.uk, it would incentivise employers to keep workplaces cool while avoiding health impacts to workers

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The spending review set the direction of travel – now the government must deliver, writes @lukeraikes.bsky.social.

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It’s also efficient to spend now - ABI research finds that every £1 increase in maintenance spending almost £7 is saved in capital spending.

You can read the full report on a progressive strategy for climate resilience here ⬇️

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Our 2023 report Whatever the Weather recommended an immediate strategy for investing in the development and maintenance of flood defences.

This is essential to ensure we are prepared for existing and future climate change, and to protect our homes, infrastructure, and health

The spending review commits to £4.2 billion to build and maintain defences, which is welcome.

But research shows that more than £1.5 billion a year is likely needed to increase flood resilience in England 🧵

Great to hear the Chancellor say the warm homes plan will be expanded.

@thefabians.bsky.social are planning research on how the gov can learn from previous plans on home upgrades & use data to ensure upgrades reach those that need it most.

Do get in touch to be involved or hear more 🏡

Banning vapes should be just the beginning. The government must take further action to reduce waste The Labour government must supercharge waste reduction with its upcoming circular economy strategy, and deliver practical steps that can make a big difference to industry, consumers and the environmen...

“A circular economy approach to construction, automotives and food offers practical alternatives to the current ‘make, take, waste’ model”

In @left-foot-forward.bsky.social, @eloisesacares.bsky.social urges the government to supercharge waste reduction.


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Great to write my column this month on how the government must tackle waste and upscale the circular economy ♻️🗑️

More on this to come soon from @thefabians.bsky.social

Read the article on @left-foot-forward.bsky.social ⬇️

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