Local family join Guardian’s national 10:10 campaign and pledge to make a difference
October 18th, 2009 | ZoeCohenLocal family the Barkers have practical reasons for cutting back on energy, ones that are common to many during this recession. The flourishing economy of their household in Warrington, took a knock when Louise was made redundant in December after 22 years with a tool hire firm. Earlier, husband Tim had negotiated a career break after 20 years in logistics management, to take on the restoration of a few classic Porsche 911 cars – a lifelong enthusiasm, but not one designed to bring in the family’s only income. The couple have two children in local primary school – Emma, 10, and William, 7 – who are undoubtedly going to play a role in encouraging the family’s planned 10% cut. Louise, echoing parents the country over, says: “They’re always warning us if they think we’re harming the environment – you know, we should compost that, Mum, or let’s recycle that, Dad.” The national curriculum is proving a highly effective agent of reform…
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