Amok Sharma was named UK business secretary and chair of COP26 in an appointment that left many unsatisfied
This year's climate conference will focus on pressuring countries to ramp up their climate pledges under the Paris Agreement, as well as pushing for a deal on the functioning of a global carbon market, something that’s vexed the past two negotiating sessions, including last year’s“COP26 — let no one be in any doubt — is the top international priority for the U.K.
It's also one of the first big international events for the U.K. after quitting the EU. One British official described the COP26 as the"linchpin of finding our identity post-Brexit." With that sort of foreshadowing, the name game to find a replacement for O'Neill included some headliners. Former Prime Minister David Cameron was
, but turned down the offer. Michael Gove and Zac Goldsmith, both heavyweight Conservatives close to the prime minister, were rumoured as possible candidates.His COP26 job will also have to be juggled with his other post overseeing the industry and energy briefs, which will be largely impacted by post-Brexit trade negotiations with the EU. “He will also be Minister for @COP26,” No.
Sharma's voting record as an MP doesn't mark him as much of a climate warrior.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
This beautiful spot has been named the most romantic place in the UKThe most romantic holiday destinations in the UK have been revealed just in time for Valentine's Day, with the Lake District, Loch Lomond and St Ives topping the list. See the top 40.
Les mer »
‘Sex Education,’ ‘Chernobyl’ & ‘Wild Rose’ Take Top Prizes at U.K. Casting AwardsHBO’s “Chernobyl,” Netflix’s “Sex Education” and indie film “Wild Rose” took top prizes at the U.K.’s second annual CDG Casting Awards, held on Feb. 11 in London. Meant to spotlight the full breadt…
Les mer »
James Corden’s Fulwell 73 Hires ITV Comedy Controller Saskia Schuster for U.K. Scripted Outfit“Carpool Karaoke” producer Fulwell 73 has hired ITV comedy controller Saskia Schuster to head a new scripted outfit out of the U.K. Schuster joins as head of scripted at the “Late Late Show w…
Les mer »
Study Reveals 'Mental Health Crisis' in U.K. Film, TV IndustriesAccording to research commissioned by the Film and TV Charity, 87 percent of people working in British cinema and television have experienced a mental health problem, which has prompted an urgent action plan and industry-led task force.
Les mer »
U.K. Film & TV Industry Faces Mental Health Crisis: “Seismic Shifts Need to Happen”A new survey has revealed a major mental health crisis is permeating the U.K. film and TV industry, with close to 90% of off-screen professionals experiencing mental health issues on the job – sign…
Les mer »