Climate Change International Work 2024-10-08
2024-10-08
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Q1
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The MP questions steps being taken to address global warming.
What steps is the Government taking with international counterparts to tackle climate change, especially considering the UK's clean power plan and no new oil and gas licences?
The Government will unveil a nationally determined contribution for 2035 at COP29. This targets a low-ambition equilibrium and aims to set a good benchmark and example for the world.
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Q2
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The MP notes that climate action is critical following warnings from Sir David Attenborough.
Will the Secretary of State explain his actions to ensure Britain is a main player in tackling the climate emergency? Will he meet local representatives on rewilding initiatives?
The Government sees leadership at home as essential to international success. They aim to tackle the situation inherited from previous governments, despite being off track globally.
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Meeting with representatives on rewilding initiatives
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Q3
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The MP welcomes the Secretary of State's commitment to international climate issues but references a racing game at Harlow college.
Does he agree that the new Government's commitment is necessary for leading on climate change globally?
The Secretary agrees, noting inconsistency was an issue under previous governments. Consistency is crucial for global leadership.
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Q4
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The MP welcomes the Secretary of State's commitment to climate change, highlighting domestic policy impact.
Will he outline further steps on the global stage at COP29 and COP30?
The Prime Minister will unveil a nationally determined contribution for 2035 at COP29, aiming to set a good benchmark and example for the world.
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Q5
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The MP questions the Government's consideration of a third runway at Heathrow against climate change goals.
Why are Ministers considering giving a green light to a third runway, given it conflicts with net zero?
The Government will take carbon budgets seriously in their plans. They aim to constrain actions according to these budgets, unlike the previous government's approach.
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Details on runway approval and impact on net zero targets
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Q6
Partial Answer
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The MP questions the Secretary of State on rewilding, particularly regarding planting trees in moorland.
Has he looked into the issue of rewilding on moors, considering expert opinions that it may be detrimental?
The Secretary agrees to write or have a Minister write to the MP on this issue. He notes rewilding is essential for tackling climate issues.
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Details of detrimental impacts and specific actions regarding moorland rewilding
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Q7
Direct Answer
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The MP criticises previous government's failure to use trade deals to advance climate change agendas.
Will the Secretary of State ensure new trade deals are used to advance climate change actions?
Yes, and he is already discussing these issues with the Business Secretary regarding trade deals.
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Q8
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The question arises from concerns about the Secretary of State's declaration of interests before appointing Rachel Kyte as his climate envoy.
May I congratulate the Secretary of State on his appointment of Rachel Kyte as his climate envoy to support his work with international partners? Before her appointment, did the Secretary of State declare to officials her links with Quadrature Capital, which donated £4 million to the Labour party? Also, did he declare her links to the Green Initiative Foundation, which gave him £99,000?
All the proper processes were followed by the Foreign Office, which was in charge of the appointment. I have to say that this is a very sad reflection on the Conservative party.
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Whether Rachel Kyte's links with Quadrature Capital and the Green Initiative Foundation were declared before her appointment as climate envoy
This Is A Very Sad Reflection On The Conservative Party
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