MP thanked by campaigners for championing community energy John Baron MP supports a proposed new law – the Local Electricity Bill – which would empower communities to sell locally-generated electricity directly to local households, businesses and local public services, reducing dependence on foreign gas. Close to a majority of the House of Commons now...
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MP: COP26 has been a success but progress must be maintained Yesterday in the House of Commons, the Prime Minister gave a Statement following the conclusion of the COP26 summit in Glasgow. In the Chamber, John asked, “Real progress has been made at COP26, and we should all be grateful to its president and...
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MP welcomes Government’s concession after last month’s rebellion Today the Environment Bill returns to the Commons. Last month John rebelled during a previous stage of the Environment Bill by voting for an amendment which would have compelled water companies to improve water quality by reducing sewage discharges. Though the vote was lost, the Government...
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MP votes in favour of cleaner waters Yesterday in the House of Commons, during the consideration of the Lords Amendments to the Environment Bill, John Baron MP voted against the Government and in support of Amendment 45. Those who voted in favour of the amendment are concerned by the discharge of sewage into water...
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MP highlights focus on nuclear energy This week the Government has announced its strategy to achieve ‘Net Zero’ by 2050, which will see the creation of thousands of green jobs, kick-start new British industries and build a more secure and home-grown energy system. John said, “Britain is at the forefront of efforts to reduce...
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MP says this will help progress towards Net Zero The Government has announced today that the UK will end its reliance on coal for electricity generation by October 2024, one year ahead of the existing target. As part of its ongoing decarbonisation plans, coal now accounts for only 1.8% of our electricity generation mix...
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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: 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: An important boost to the green industrial revolution The Government has today announced a £95 million investment for two new offshore wind ports in the Humber region and Teesside. This will create 6,000 new jobs in the green sector, and will help produce clean, cheap energy to power homes and our economy. John...
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