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Church Commissioners
17 June 2021
Lead MP
Selaine Saxby
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Climate
Other Contributors: 3
At a Glance
Selaine Saxby raised concerns about church commissioners in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Asked about the progress made by the Church of England towards achieving its net zero carbon footprint target for 2030, highlighting the importance of small rural churches in this effort.
Andrew Selous
Con
South West Bedfordshire
Reported that the net carbon footprint for church buildings has decreased by 12.5% since 2006, mentioning an energy footprint tool developed to assist in achieving these reductions, and noted that 38% of parishes have engaged with this tool.
Selaine Saxby
Con
North Devon
Emphasised the role of small rural churches in hitting net zero targets and asked for further details on what actions are being taken by individuals and local congregations to promote these goals, including specific measures within the Church of England.
Andrew Selous
Con
South West Bedfordshire
Discussed initiatives such as a £1 million grant awarded to the diocese of Exeter for its Growing the Rural Church project and encouraged local churches to join the Eco Church scheme, suggesting that individuals also consider moving to renewable electricity suppliers and leaving bikes securely at church if cycling there.
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