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#WorldMentalHealthDay 2024 is all about prioritising mental health in the workplace. There are many things that contribute to a mentally healthy workplace from providing staff training on mental health to tackling discrimination and bullying. Importantly, a mentally healthy workplace supports open conversations about mental health. Talking is good for your mental health. And talking about mental health is important. Today we’re sharing tips with our employees so they can start a conversation about how they’re feeling or check-in on a colleague.

Have you seen the new video tab on our app?  📱   Our award-winning app gives you our latest presented video forecast for the UK, detailed seven-day weather information for your location, a selection of interactive weather maps to explore, and instant notification of our UK weather warnings ⚠️   Now you can also watch our regular presented videos, including the Week Ahead, Deep Dive, 10 Day Trend and Weekend Weather, to help you prepare for what’s ahead 🌦️   We also provide explainer videos, such as ‘What does ‘chance of rain’ really mean?’ to help you understand weather information on our app. Do give us your feedback by clicking on the survey button on the video tab.   Download or update our app to get the latest videos ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/evN5qVX3 #MetOffice #WeatherApp #WeatherWarnings #WeatherAware #Weather

New research published in Science Magazine has revealed that the impact of one of the world’s most influential global climate patterns, is much more far reaching than originally thought. Met Office scientists have discovered that, away from the tropics, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) can influence Atlantic weather patterns a full year on from the original event.  For example, it has now been shown ENSO, which can increase the chance of colder winters here in the UK, can result in a milder winter period the following year. While ENSO is just one of many drivers that influence the UK weather, it can be important, particularly in the winter months. ENSO shifts back and forth irregularly every two to seven years, bringing predictable shifts in ocean surface temperature and disrupting wind, rainfall and global temperature patterns across the tropics. With increased understanding of the teleconnections and impacts of ENSO, we will be better able to plan for variations in our winter weather. Read our press release: https://lnkd.in/eiFRrKki

A new study shows that wildfires are accelerating the loss of carbon from natural ecosystems. This additional loss of carbon to the atmosphere reduces the amount of other greenhouse gas emissions society can release, while avoiding the worst impacts of #ClimateChange. Dr Chantelle Burton is a Met Office scientist. She said: “Fires are reducing the ability of forests and other ecosystems to store carbon, and narrowing our window to keep global warming in check.” Prof Richard Betts added: “The failure of the international community to cut global emissions means that we must now live with unavoidable changes. Many people around the world are now going to have to live with more fire as part of their everyday lives, and ecosystems will inevitably change.” The study, which was prepared by the Met Office and the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), has been published in Nature Geoscience. Read more in our press release: https://lnkd.in/emmaDM3g

Today we’re welcoming Dr Arlene Laing who is Director of the Caribbean Meteorological Organization and the Permanent Representative of the British Caribbean Territories with the World Meteorological Organization to the Met Office. As part of our celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth, Dr Laing is giving a talk on how the British Caribbean Territories Meteorological service works and it's historic connection to the UK. She will also talk about her career journey. Dr Laing is joined by Kerry Powery, Chief Meteorologist at the Cayman Islands National Weather Service and Holly Hamilton Director of Meteorology from the Turks and Caicos Islands. 

As the climate we live in changes, there is an ever-growing need for climate information to aid resilience, adaptation, and mitigation planning both in the UK and globally.     Established in 1990, the Met Office Hadley Centre for Climate Science and Services is one of the world’s leading climate science institutions. Pioneering research carried out with global partners has been instrumental in helping the UK and other nations understand and address the challenges posed by climate change.     The Met Office Hadley Centre Climate Programme contributes to underpinning climate science research in the UK, meeting UK government evidence needs and supporting the UK and global climate community to understand and respond to climate challenges. This blog explores the pivotal role of the Met Office Hadley Centre Climate Programme in providing climate evidence to numerous UK government departments as well as its broader benefits to society. https://lnkd.in/eGJeUbDd

The ocean absorbs around 90% of the excess heat from #climate change. Marine heatwaves – such as June 2023 (above) - are becoming more extreme and frequent. In this blog, climate science leads John Pinnegar, Cefas, and Caroline Rowland, Met Office, share insights on the causes, evidence gaps, and future research needed to better predict and respond to marine heatwaves in UK waters. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ensYKSqY (Picture: Grahame Madge)

Did you know we’ve been recognised on the list of the ‘UK’s Best Workplaces for Tech 2024’ by Great Place To Work UK? We’re also certified as a ‘Great Place to Work 2024’ based on feedback provided by our employees who said the Met Office is a safe, fun and caring place that they are proud to work at. Our tech experts are passionate about what they do, applying their skills to enable us to turn business problems into solutions. They also help us to keep evolving so we can meet the needs of the present and future. Joe Sach, Associate Director of Product and Services Technology, shares his pride in being recognised in the Technology list for the second year 👇 https://lnkd.in/e4-kvENy Find out more about tech and IT opportunities with us 👇 https://lnkd.in/eWxQDVp5 #GreatPlaceToWork #TechForGood #CareersInTech

Do you think about the quality of the air you breathe each day?     While our air quality has improved significantly in recent decades, air pollution remains a major public health risk in the UK. Air pollution comes from numerous outdoor and indoor sources, including manufacturing industries, road transport and domestic appliances such as fires and stoves.     Today we’re launching the Met Office Air Quality Data Portal. It provides free access to nearly two decades of air quality data.      Users can gain greater insight into air pollution levels across the UK between January 2003 and December 2019. They can also develop their understanding of key pollutants, and how air pollution is forecast and measured.          The platform was built using geospatial technology from Esri UK, and its data was generated by our scientists as part of the Clean Air Programme.      Through the portal we’re helping users to understand the impacts of air pollution to improve air quality for a healthier future.    Find out more ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eHqACkDz #AirPollution #AirQuality #CleanAir #Data #MetOffice

Today marks the beginning of Scotland’s Climate Week 2024 (23 – 29 September)    Scotland’s Climate week is a chance to celebrate climate action, and to learn more about tackling climate change. 62% of changes needed to achieve net zero in Scotland can only happen with societal or individual behaviour changes.  Find out more about what you can do to take action against climate change ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eRnVsPeZ #ScotClimateWeek @ScotGovNetZero