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BBC News
7 hours ago
- General
- BBC News
Proposal for new homes in St Peter Port rejected
A proposal for seven new homes in St Peter Port has been rejected by application for four new flats and three houses on Mount Durand was turned down by the States of Guernsey Planning Service because it said the design did not fit with the authority referred to the impact it would have on neighbouring properties, in its report. "The site lies within a conservation area in which it is the duty of the Development and Planning Authority to pay special attention to the desirability of preserving or enhancing its character or appearance," it said. The developer SFD Limited has been approached for comment. The application proposed to demolish existing buildings and erect the new homes to the north of site which was adjacent to number 16 Mount Durand and three dwelling to east of the States said the proposed terrace of houses to the rear of the site with the associated retaining wall would be of a scale that was "substantially larger than other buildings in the locality and with blank gables which do not represent a high standard of design"."The proposed development, by reason of its design, mass and scale, would detract from the setting of the adjoining protected buildings and prove detrimental to the special interest of the protected buildings of architectural and historic interest contrary to Policy GP5 of the Island Development Plan (IDP)," added the States.
Daily Express
2 days ago
- Daily Express
Sabah Forestry Department detains two lorries carrying logs in Ranau
Published on: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 30, 2025 Text Size: Frederick said inspections revealed the two lorries were transporting a total of 59 logs, equivalent to 63.2 cubic metres. SANDAKAN: The Sabah Forestry Department (SFD), in collaboration with the General Operations Force (GOF), detained two lorries carrying logs at Kg Randagong in Ranau during Operasi Khazanah at 1.30am on July 23. Sabah Chief Conservator of Forests Datuk Frederick Kugan said both lorries were stopped for transporting logs without a valid Removal Pass and for operating outside the permitted hours of 7am to 7pm, as required by SFD. He was commenting on a viral report on the seizure of the two lorries loaded with logs valued at RM2.68 million. Frederick said inspections revealed the two lorries were transporting a total of 59 logs, equivalent to 63.2 cubic metres. 'Further investigation by the Sabah Forestry Department confirmed that all the logs originated from a licensed logging operation under Form I belonging to Sabah Energy Corporation Sdn Bhd in Sipitang. All royalty payments amounting to RM4,732.70 have been duly settled with the State Government. 'Based on the domestic market price for processed timber, the Sabah Forestry Department estimates the commercial value of the seized logs to be around RM31,600. For the offence, the licensee was fined RM1,600,' he said in a statement. Frederick emphasised that SFD remains committed to enforcing the law to safeguard the State's forest resources and ensure that logging activities are conducted in accordance with established laws and regulations. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
CTV News
5 days ago
- Automotive
- CTV News
Garage fire in Saskatoon under investigation
Saskatoon fire crews responded to a garage fire early Saturday morning. The blaze was reported shortly after 4 a.m., in the 1400 block of East Heights, Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) said in a release. Arriving crews observed a large amount of flames coming from the detached garage before being extinguished. According to SFD, there were no injuries to civilians or firefighters. A thorough search confirmed all occupants had safely evacuated the area. As of 6:30 a.m., a fire investigator was on the scene, conducting an examination to determine the cause, origin, and extent of the damage. SFD says further details will be released as more information becomes available.
Saba Yemen
23-07-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Field day for vegetable farmers in Hamdan, Sana'a
Sana'a - Saba: Fares Al-Kahali, Deputy Governor of Sana'a for Services Sector, emphasized the importance of encouraging and supporting farmers to enhance agricultural productivity, particularly in cereal crops. His remarks came during a field day for vegetable farmers in Hamdan District, organized by the Small and Micro Enterprises Development Agency (SMEDA) of the Social Fund for Development (SFD). The event was funded and supported by the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), under the supervision of the Agricultural Sector in the province. Al-Kahali highlighted the need to develop and improve agricultural extension programs to educate farmers on best practices and modern techniques that help reduce costs and increase production rates. He praised the farmers' engagement with project officials and their cooperation in implementing various agricultural production programs. For his part, Ali Al-Qiri, head of the Agricultural Sector in the governorate, commended the farmers' interaction, stressing the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water Resources, and local authorities' commitment to developing agricultural infrastructure by supporting farmers to achieve self-sufficiency. He also appreciated the support of the SFD, SMEDA, and all partners involved in implementing the project, which targets 60 farmers in the Wadi'ah area of Hamdan District. Fahd Attiya, Director of Hamdan District, noted the local authority and agricultural sector's dedication to farmers, in line with the directives of the Revolution Leader and the Supreme Political Council to support farmers and facilitate agricultural development. Meanwhile, Abdulrahman Al-Akhram, Cash-for-Work Program Officer at SFD, Bashir Al-Azib, Livelihood Improvement Supervisor, and Mansour Sanad, Head of the Project's Community Committee, explained that the "Integrated Development Interventions" project under the Second Additional Financing for the Social Protection Enhancement Project in Hamdan District aims to support 60 small-scale vegetable farmers in Breesh and Dharhan villages. The project provides technical guidance for vegetable production using modern agricultural techniques, including modern irrigation systems, agricultural inputs, and advanced methods, covering a quarter-hectare per farmer in areas known for irrigated vegetable farming from sustainable wells in Wadi'ah. The total project cost is $120,000, covering 15 hectares. Additionally, the project includes interventions such as rehabilitating ponds, dams, irrigation channels, and terraces in Dharhan and Al-Lakmah villages under the Cash-for-Work component, costing $255,000. The initiative seeks to contribute to food security, improve livelihoods, introduce modern agricultural inputs and techniques, reduce production and irrigation costs, minimize crop losses, increase vertical production per unit area, and enhance farmers' income. Officials praised the support of the agricultural sector and local authorities in Hamdan, as well as the farmers' cooperation in ensuring the project's success. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Daily Express
15-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Monitoring forest plantation projects crucial: Sabah Forestry Department
Published on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025 By: Lagatah Toyos Text Size: Frederick planting a tree as a symbolic gesture to promote the greening concept of industrial forest plantations. TAWAU: The Sabah Forestry Department (SFD) will continue to monitor the implementation of all forest plantation projects in the state to ensure that all development activities adhere to the principles of Sustainable Forest Management. Chief Conservator of Forests, Datuk Frederick Kugan, said this is crucial in balancing environmental conservation and the state's economic development. Advertisement He said this after visiting the plantation site of Kalabakan Borneo Resources Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Usahawan Borneo Group, in Serudong, where he also inspected the tree nursery. The visit, which aimed to better understand the breeding process and planting preparations on the ground, was also joined by his wife, Rosita Limy, and more than 30 senior SFD officers. During the visit, Frederick praised the company's excellent performance in sustainable forest management, describing it as a model company for forest plantation development in Sabah. According to him, the company manages a 23,610-hectare forest plantation area in the Serudong Forest Reserve — more than half of the total land approved for forest plantation development in Kalabakan. 'To date, the Sabah Forestry Department has approved over 40,000 hectares of land in Kalabakan for this purpose,' he said in a statement. He added that the company had planted various fast-growing commercial tree species, including Batai trees (Falcataria moluccana). 'This species has a short harvesting cycle and high economic value, which helps improve the productivity of forest plantations,' he said. He said that the use of fast-growing species like this contributes to the sustainable and economically balanced development of Sabah's forestry industry. Frederick added that Kalabakan Borneo Resources consistently upholds social and environmental responsibility in executing its projects. The company, he said, fully complies with the standards set by the department and has demonstrated a high level of management and implementation on the ground. Earlier, the delegation was welcomed by Usahawan Borneo Group Chairman, Datuk Seri Elbert Lim Yu Ming, along with the company's senior management team. They were given a detailed briefing on the company's planting plans, breeding techniques, and environmental conservation efforts. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
