‘We’re not remotely prepared’: Labour MPs fear party has gone soft on climate crisis
Summary
Britain experienced record wildfires, deadly heat, and drought this summer, causing nearly 2,900 heat-related deaths in May and June. Despite these impacts, some Labour MPs worry their party is not taking strong enough action on climate change, even as most Britons remain concerned about hotter weather and its effects.Key Facts
- Nearly 2,900 heat-related deaths occurred in England during May and June 2024.
- Wildfires have destroyed homes in the West Midlands and affected parts of Europe.
- Some Labour MPs say the party is too cautious on climate change and missing voter support.
- Labour MP Jeevun Sandher says climate change should be a clear election issue to energize voters.
- Reform UK’s deputy leader, Richard Tice, has sparked controversy by downplaying climate threats and promoting positive effects of warmer weather.
- Labour’s shadow energy minister Claire Coutinho proposed focusing more on cheap electricity than strict net zero policies.
- Polls show 67% of Britons worry about hotter weather; 86% think climate change partly caused recent heatwaves.
- Support for the UK’s net zero climate target fell from 68% earlier in 2024 to 45% now, while opposition grew.
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