Oxfam Scotland are setting up a 'New Year Resolution Ideas One Stop Shop'for Scots shoppers.

It will allow people to stop for a quick chat to discuss their plans for the year ahead and get more ideas for a more ethical and environmentally friendly way of life in 2009. To get the ball rolling shoppers in Buchanan Street in Glasgow are being asked to talk about some easy and simple lifestyle changes that can make a world of difference.

As we enter 2009 Oxfam is looking at people's lifestyles and the changes they might want to make and is asking people in Scotland to get talking about food, clothes, recycling, energy and travel. Oxfam has handy hints that could benefit us all and also want to hear about people's tips on how we can make changes to help the environment.

Oxfam Scotland campaigner, Sarah Watson said,

" The New Year is a good time for people to look at their lifestyles and make some changes. We want to have a chat with people and point out that by taking on board some of our tips that could make a world of difference and do something to tackle climate change.

" We want to give people practical hints that can make a difference and we also are also looking for tips from people in Scotland on how we can make changes. People talk about reducing their carbon footprints but sometimes it is simple practical ideas that make that possible. "

Judith Robertson, Head of Oxfam Scotland added, "In the New Year Oxfam is trying to encourage people reduce their carbon footprint, something that is becoming more important. Oxfam sees the effects that changes to climate are having on many poor communities around the world and how their lives are being affected."

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