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Written question asked by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Non-affiliated) on Monday, 12 July 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 July 2021. It was answered by Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative) on Thursday, 22 July 2021 on behalf of the COP26.

Climate Change: Public Consultation

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have for public engagement on climate change mitigations ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow in October–November.

Answer

Ahead of COP26 we have launched the Together for our Planet campaign to engage the public in the run-up to COP26 and celebrate the work people across the UK are doing to combat climate change. The campaign aims to drive awareness and create opportunities for people across the UK to participate in the run-up to COP26.

The Together for our Planet campaign is building momentum in the lead up to COP26 by showcasing how people across the UK are going One Step Greener to tackle climate change. Our One Step Greener ‘Climate Leaders’ will show how much inspirational action on climate change is already taking place.

As Presidency, we are committed to securing an outcome that respects and reflects the interests of all Parties, including those most impacted by climate change. We want to work with civil society to amplify the voices of those on the front line of climate change to deliver a truly ‘all of society’ and inclusive COP. Civil society organisations, with their links to on-the-ground communities and practitioners, are agents of change and their knowledge and leadership is necessary to deliver effective local solutions.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1912
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Climate change Public consultation
Link
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