THE screening of a film about climate change has led to the creation of a new climate action group in a Cornish town.

The People’s Emergency Briefing film was shown at the Gott Hall in Par and has resulted in the launch of the Par Climate Cafe.

A spokesperson for the new group said: “The People’s Emergency Briefing is a compelling 50-minute documentary and public information film about the climate and nature crisis in the UK.

“With some highly-qualified keynote speakers, it examines how climate and nature breakdown impacts on everyday life in Britain, from food security and public health to the cost of living, national security and the effects of extreme weather.

People took part in group discussions following the showing of the film in Par.
People took part in group discussions following the showing of the film in Par. (Picture: Submitted)

“The screening in Par attracted around 70 people and provided an opportunity for some animated discussion amongst attendees.

“People discussed how informative the film is, providing accessible facts and figures and raising awareness of the extent of the issues as well as significant food for thought about how everyone can make a difference.

“Suggestions were put forward about greater use of public transport, taking advantage of subsidies available for renewable energy and increasing the number of publicly available charging points for electric vehicles in the local area. People wanted a greater commitment to local food sources with supermarkets and shops actively encouraged to sell locally grown vegetables and produce.

Many of those who attended the screening were in favour of encouraging more people to watch the film.
Many of those who attended the screening were in favour of encouraging more people to watch the film. (Picture: Submitted)

“Overwhelmingly people were in favour of encouraging more people to watch the film and in particular for local MPs to attend a viewing and pledge greater commitment to positive climate action.

“Following the event, a number of people joined the first informal meeting of the Par Climate Cafe, with a firm commitment to actively promote local climate action.

“The first formal meeting of the Par Climate Cafe will be on November 11 at 7pm at the Gott Hall. For more information, email [email protected].”