Cop31: will Andy Burnham choose climate or cost of living? – podcast
Quick Look
The British Prime Minister is set to attend the COP31 summit in Turkey while facing domestic criticism for potentially deprioritizing climate goals, including a proposed reduction in electric vehicle targets and ongoing debates over the Rosebank oilfield.
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Why It Matters
The government is considering lowering electric vehicle targets from 80% to 60%. Tensions persist regarding the approval of the Rosebank oilfield.
This week the British prime minister will join world leaders in Turkey for the Cop31 summit. But he may raise some eyebrows as it looks like domestically he is prioritising the cost of living over tackling the climate crisis.
The government is set to reduce electric vehicle targets from 80% to 60%, which will please car manufacturers. Meanwhile tensions are still high over the Rosebank oilfield and if it will get the go-ahead. Should Burnham prioritise the climate over the cost of living?
Open Questions
- Will the Rosebank oilfield be approved?
- How will international partners react to the target reduction?
