I received an email from Hillside this morning relating to a slaughterhouse in Nantwich, Cheshire. I set out below the contents of the email and would urge you to add your name to the petition. I did so as soon as I read it. I’ve posted it on Twitter and would be grateful if those who sign it would kindly forward it to anyone who may be interested.

I’ve had an article sitting in my “in box” since April and I’ve finally got round to reading it. Being a nature lover and into animal welfare/environmental issues, I was overjoyed to hear that some of our rarest butterflies made a bit of a come back during 2011.

My latest blog from the far flung village of Spixworth UK.

Life in Spixworth may appear dull to some but it's surprising just what you can find to write about. If you're into wildlife, photography or gardening then this has to be the read for you.