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Environmental Audit Committee

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Tomorrow at 2.30pm we're examining the current state of air pollution in England and its impact on human health and the environment, as part of our new inquiry chosen from a series of pitches in 'The Environment in Focus' exercise, see below. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/eve…
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Tomorrow at 2.30pm we're exploring how the UK can better protect its critical ancient woodlands. We'll be examining Government policy, the environmental benefits of these habitats, the threats facing them, and how they can best be managed. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/eve…
Evidence session. Ancient woodlands. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo in the background shows a beautiful ancient tree with a very wide trunk and large branches covered in green leaves.

ALT Evidence session. Ancient woodlands. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo in the background shows a beautiful ancient tree with a very wide trunk and large branches covered in green leaves.

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Tomorrow at 1.45pm we're questioning Emma Reynolds MP, the Secretary of State for @DefraGovUK. We'll be asking her to set out her vision for nature and the environment, as well as the progress DEFRA is making to meet environmental targets. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/eve…
We're questioning Rt Hon Emma Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo on the right shows Rt Hon Emma Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. She has short blonde bobbed hair and is wearing a red shirt dress.

ALT We're questioning Rt Hon Emma Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo on the right shows Rt Hon Emma Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. She has short blonde bobbed hair and is wearing a red shirt dress.

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In order for the Seventh Carbon Budget to succeed, it needs to be affordable, convenient and attractive for the public. Find out more about our new report: committees.parliament.uk/com…
Illustration of wind turbines on a green background with text reading: Fairness must be at the heart of the seventh carbon budget.

ALT Illustration of wind turbines on a green background with text reading: Fairness must be at the heart of the seventh carbon budget.

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Tomorrow at 2.30pm we're exploring the health of UK peatlands and their contribution to the UK's climate and nature goals. We'll also be examining whether there are sufficient protections in place to protect these vital ecosystems. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/eve…
Evidence session. Peatlands: natural and environmental benefits and impacts. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo shows peatlands and wetlands, the ground is very flat, with green and russet coloured vegetation, interspersed with water. There is a cloudy sky above.

ALT Evidence session. Peatlands: natural and environmental benefits and impacts. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo shows peatlands and wetlands, the ground is very flat, with green and russet coloured vegetation, interspersed with water. There is a cloudy sky above.

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"It’s critical that we really consider what the impacts of data centres will be before we charge into approving them en masse" ~ @tobyperkinsmp We've launched an inquiry into data centres 👉committees.parliament.uk/com…
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Committee member @CHinchliffMP asked Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding at @DefraGovUK, whether we should be trying to surpass Europe rather than playing catch up in relation to addressing the risks of PFAS. Hear her response regarding drinking water👇
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Our Chair @tobyperkinsmp quizzed Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding at @DefraGovUK over the actions set out in the Government's plan to tackle PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals'.
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Tomorrow at 2.30pm we're questioning Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding at @DefraGovUK on addressing the risks of PFAS. We'll be exploring the Government's approach to regulating and remediating 'forever chemicals'. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/eve…
We're questioning Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee. Photo on the right hand side is of Emma Hardy MP, she has reddish short hair and is smiling, she is wearing a dark navy dress and matching jacket.

ALT We're questioning Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee. Photo on the right hand side is of Emma Hardy MP, she has reddish short hair and is smiling, she is wearing a dark navy dress and matching jacket.

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Is the UK making enough progress on climate and nature goals? Tomorrow at 2.30pm we're hearing evidence from the @OfficeforEP, their latest report shows the government's progress has slowed, urgent action is needed to meet legal obligations. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/eve…
Evidence session. Office for Environmental Protection Annual Evidence session. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo is of a waterfall in an English woodland surrounded by lush green vegetation.

ALT Evidence session. Office for Environmental Protection Annual Evidence session. Environmental Audit Committee. Photo is of a waterfall in an English woodland surrounded by lush green vegetation.

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Yesterday we heard @RSBenwell, CEO of Wildlife and Countryside Link (@WCL_News), explain how farming is expected to lead nature recovery, but that the Government support needed isn’t there 👇
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Tens of thousands of lives are being shortened in the UK by air pollution, according to the @EnvAgency. What can the Government do to protect public health and the environment? We’ve launched an inquiry: committees.parliament.uk/wor… @MumsForLungs @unisouthampton
Blurred background image of a traffic jam with text reading: Are current air quality targets enough to protect health and the environment?

ALT Blurred background image of a traffic jam with text reading: Are current air quality targets enough to protect health and the environment?

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