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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

COP26

Wednesday 27 January 2021 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Government are committed to delivering an all-UK COP26 event in Glasgow.
  • This will bring significant economic benefits to the community in Glasgow and those across Britain.
  • It is disgraceful that the SNP would rather be pitting community against community in another divisive referendum while the world's gaze is on Glasgow.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Angela Richardson
Climate Scotland
Context

The question arises from discussions on the opportunities and benefits of COP26 to Scotland and the UK.

Question

What discussions has he had with Cabinet colleagues on the opportunities for Scotland arising from COP26?

Answer from Iain Stewart

The Government are committed to delivering an all-UK COP26 event in Glasgow. This will bring significant economic benefits to the community in Glasgow and those across Britain.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific discussions with Cabinet colleagues on opportunities for Scotland from COP26 were not provided.

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Q2 Angela Richardson
Climate Environment
Context

The question follows a discussion on the opportunities arising from COP26 for Scotland, focusing on the Union's role in tackling climate change.

Question

My constituents in Guildford take a keen interest in environmental concerns and, along with me, are delighted that Glasgow is hosting COP26 this year. Does my hon. Friend agree that we are better placed to tackle climate change as a strong Union of nations?

Answer from Iain Stewart

My hon. Friend is absolutely right. I should also point out that it is disgraceful that, while we will be showcasing our global leadership on climate change and the world's gaze will be on Glasgow, the SNP would rather be pitting community against community in another divisive referendum.

Not addressed: Agreement on tackling climate change within a united nation was not directly addressed; instead, criticism of SNP was provided.

How: Criticism Of Opposition

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