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Written question asked by Barry Gardiner (Labour) on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Monday, 7 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Air Pollution: UN Economic Commission for Europe

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what the UK's negotiating position is at the UNECE in relation to Annex IX of the Gothenburg Protocol.

Answer

The UK is playing an active role in the ongoing revision of the UNECE Gothenburg Protocol, including discussions on Annex IX relating to ammonia. The UK’s negotiating position is being developed ahead of the next meeting of the Executive Body for the UNECE Air Convention, which is scheduled for 7-10 December 2026.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
26481
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Air pollution Negotiations UN Economic Commission for Europe
Link
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