Fish Consumption Survey

In Search of Hope – by Sam Gannon

Seconded to the parish of Tililngdon, the Reverend Dolores has been presented with a challenge.

She’s living in an antiquated house and she’s cold. Furthermore, her new Bishop, Bishop Alice does not approve of ‘showgirls in dog collars.’

Determined to prove the Bishop wrong, she sets about warming her house – who cares if it smells of horse! There is the crochet club, jumble sale, and soup run to organise. And this year, the church bells will ring, no matter what threats are made. Even more so, the newly formed choir will spread a little joy this Christmas, even though they can’t sing – yet! And with a little help from Phil, her bassist, this year could be full of magic.

However, she has a fight on her hands as the townies out in Knob Hill – she must stop calling it that, are trying to stop her from ringing her bells. When Krystal with a K decides to do some volunteer work, Dolores sets out to see just how committed she really is.

Up to her ears in granny squares and squawking choristers, Dolores is revving up for Christmas, yet a deeper darker secret is beginning to emerge!

A secret that could blow the whole parish apart and put Dolores in danger.

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Madeira residents are being invited to participate in a study examining the population’s fish-consumption habits and its understanding of aquaculture and the use of fish by-products.

The research is being conducted through Aquafish0.0, a project in which ARDITI, the Regional Agency for the Development of Research, Technology and Innovation, is a partner.

The project aims to improve public awareness and acceptance of marine food products while promoting the reduction of waste and the recovery of resources that might otherwise be discarded.

As part of the study, people living in the Autonomous Region of Madeira who are aged 18 or over are being asked to complete an anonymous online questionnaire.

ARDITI said public participation is essential to obtain a representative picture of the different opinions and experiences found across the Region. Residents are also encouraged to share the survey with eligible relatives, friends and other contacts.

The information collected could help shape future research, public-awareness campaigns and communication initiatives regarding seafood, aquaculture and the more sustainable use of fish products.

Aquafish0.0 is funded through the Interreg Atlantic Area programme and brings together organisations from several Atlantic regions.

The anonymous questionnaire can be completed here:

Take part in the Aquafish0.0 survey