MP: a step towards the 10-Point Plan The Government has announced a cash injection of £166 million towards the rapid development of green technologies, with the potential for creating thousands of new jobs. Carbon capture is looking promising, which could create 60,000 well-paid jobs across the UK, cutting business costs and breathing new life...
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MP encourages farmers to have their say Further to the Agricultural Transition Plan published last November, the Government is running a consultation on the proposed lump sum exit scheme and its proposals to replace the Basic Payment Scheme with delinked payments. These are intended to provide a fairer system for farmers, with more flexibility...
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MP: Government prioritising wildlife and natural environment Today the Environment Secretary is setting out ambitious plans to restore nature, treble tree-planting rates and tackle biodiversity loss. This will help us meet our climate change targets and also safeguards our environment for future generations. John said, “Our natural environment is one of our country’s chief...
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MP: You could find yourself in a starring role at COP26 This year the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) is being hosted by the UK. This will bring leaders from around the world to this crucial climate change summit, and many MPs are seeking Britain’s unsung ‘Climate Leaders’ – the remarkable people making a...
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MP hopes world leaders will follow Britain’s example The Government has announced a £55 million aid package to fund research into global education reforms, particularly focusing on efforts to improve girls’ education by supporting them to receive 12 years of good education. The Prime Minister is urging other world leaders to invest in education...
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MP highlights key measures in legislative programme During yesterday’s State Opening of Parliament the Government’s legislative priorities for the coming session were set out in the Queen’s Speech. John said, “I welcome this new session of Parliament and the many excellent ideas within the Queen’s Speech. The pandemic hit early in the previous session,...
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