He also brought that commitment right back to his local area as he joined NIRN member, Sustainability Stories, for a Glow Up Furniture event in Bangor, showing that grassroots circular economy projects have his full support. The support did not stop with the Minister. The incredible staff at DAERA Headquarters in Clare House stepped up to the plate by hosting a Reuse Rally. Instead of letting unused items gather dust or head to the bin, staff donated clothes, textiles, and everyday goods to our member Hope 365. Those donations were collected in Hope 365’s dedicated trailer. Michael from Hope 365 has done the math, and the numbers are staggering: the items diverted from waste by DAERA staff will translate into roughly 4,500 meals for street children in Ethiopia, demonstrating how local circular action can deliver life-changing impact overseas.
