"MPs have endorsed a Labour motion to declare a formal climate and environment emergency, with Jeremy Corbyn hailing the move as a necessary response to school climate strikers and groups such as Extinction Rebellion. "The Labour leader said the decision by the Commons to pass the motion without a vote “can set off a wave of action from parliaments and governments around the globe”. "The opposition day debate was called in the wake of weeks of direct action by protesters, including school … Continue reading

"Nicola Sturgeon has warned the world is facing a "climate emergency" and vowed Scotland “will lead by example” by cutting carbon emissions. "The Scottish first minister said the declaration was “a public promise” to act on global warming and had been inspired by young protesters who went on strike from school to urge action. "At least 90 councils across the UK have declared a climate emergency and pledged to work to limit damage to the environment. "MPs in Westminster will vote on whether to … Continue reading