Against anti-science

The debate about GM food arouses strong emotions and affects important business interests. Let me, therefore, begin by stating some basic personal beliefs. First, I believe our lack of concern for the environment is perhaps the greatest threat to the future of civilised society. Accordingly I have supported Friends of the Earth from the early 1970s until recently. Environmental considerations were also one reason why, with the advantage of residence in central London, I gave up a car in favour of a bicycle more than 25 years ago. Second, I am not a scientist, but I believe the lack of…