MPs call on UK government to host televised emergency briefing on climate emergency
Summary
UK Members of Parliament (MPs) are asking the government to hold a televised national briefing on the climate emergency. This call follows a special event where experts warned about the serious risks climate change poses to the UK’s food, economy, and health, especially during recent heatwaves.Key Facts
- MPs want a televised emergency briefing on the climate crisis for the UK public.
- In November, nine experts gave urgent talks about climate and ecological dangers in Westminster Hall.
- A 50-minute film called the People’s Emergency Briefing explains threats like food shortages and health risks.
- The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the summer, with Europe having faced record-breaking heat.
- Over 90 MPs and peers from different parties support the call for the government to hold this briefing.
- The film is hosted by Chris Packham, a TV presenter and environmentalist.
- A former senior army officer called climate change the "most insidious threat" to society.
- The UK government currently gives an annual climate statement, but critics say more investment is needed to protect against extreme weather.
- Churches and Christian groups in the UK also support the call for a national briefing.
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