Gallions Housing Association in Thamesmead has signed up to the 10:10 campaign aimed at helping people and organisations to reduce their carbon emissions by 10 per cent this year. It has a dedicated in-house team tackling green issues, including monitoring energy useage and encouraging Gallions’ staff to do their bit to protect the environment.

More than 250,000 walking guides - almost one every two minutes - were downloaded from the National Trust website in the last year. The figures are nearly double the previous year and the trust claims this shows people are walking for recreation more than ever. Head of access and recreation Jo Burgon said: “We've tried to cater for a wide range of walkers with everything from short circular routes to the more challenging hill walks." To download a guide visit nationaltrust.org.uk/walks

Families have a chance to do their bit to help people around the world by buying some tasty treats. Fairtrade Fortnight is taking place between February 22 and March 7. There are now hundreds of Fairtrade products available in shops, including chocolate, coffee, tea, and bananas. For more information and to find events in your area, visit fairtrade.org.uk/thebigswap.