The #EnvironmentBill is back in the @HouseofCommons today.
MPs have just started debating 15 improvements recommended by @UKHouseofLords
Our thoughts on what's needed to get through this parliamentary ping pong🏓asap.
Tune in for live tweets!
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MPs have just started debating 15 improvements recommended by @UKHouseofLords
Our thoughts on what's needed to get through this parliamentary ping pong🏓asap.
Tune in for live tweets!
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2021/10/20/the…
There will be 3 #EnvironmentBill debates today.
Debate 1: environmental targets/principles, the Office for Environmental Protection, air quality, soils
Debate 2: nature, sewage pollution, ancient woodland, deforestation
Debate 3: the circular economy
commonsbusiness.parliament.uk/document/50711…
Debate 1: environmental targets/principles, the Office for Environmental Protection, air quality, soils
Debate 2: nature, sewage pollution, ancient woodland, deforestation
Debate 3: the circular economy
commonsbusiness.parliament.uk/document/50711…
On soils ("the stuff of life" says @pow_rebecca ), the govt rejects @natalieben amendment to require a target to be set in 2022.
It has pledged a soil health action plan for England. But as @CarolineLucas says this won't be consulted on till Spring 2022.
questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statem…
It has pledged a soil health action plan for England. But as @CarolineLucas says this won't be consulted on till Spring 2022.
questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statem…
The govt's ambition and track record on tackling #airpollution will come under heavy scrutiny today.
As @GeraintDaviesMP says the new #AirQuality guidelines from @WHO demand ambitious law making.
@DrMariaNeira sets out the background👇
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2021/10/15/who…
As @GeraintDaviesMP says the new #AirQuality guidelines from @WHO demand ambitious law making.
@DrMariaNeira sets out the background👇
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2021/10/15/who…
A recurring theme of the day will be the govt rejecting the majority of Lords improvements.
Next in the firing line is the sensible & essential addition of binding interim targets to compel near-term action. @Goodwin_Pip explains why this matters.
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2020/11/26/why…
Next in the firing line is the sensible & essential addition of binding interim targets to compel near-term action. @Goodwin_Pip explains why this matters.
greenallianceblog.org.uk/2020/11/26/why…
.@pow_rebecca dismisses other critical #EnvironmentBill amendments
@kateparminter to apply green principles to govt defence/fiscal policy
Lord Krebs on OEP independence
@bricksilk to strengthen the enforcement system
👇@GreenerUK_ @WCL_News briefing
greeneruk.org/sites/default/…
@kateparminter to apply green principles to govt defence/fiscal policy
Lord Krebs on OEP independence
@bricksilk to strengthen the enforcement system
👇@GreenerUK_ @WCL_News briefing
greeneruk.org/sites/default/…
.@RuthNewportWest kicks off the debate for @LabourDefra
She reminds us it's a whopping 629 days since the #EnvironmentBill had its first reading.
We agree with her that this "a missed opportunity" to strengthen our new environmental governance system.
bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politi…
She reminds us it's a whopping 629 days since the #EnvironmentBill had its first reading.
We agree with her that this "a missed opportunity" to strengthen our new environmental governance system.
bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politi…
.@CommonsEFRA Chair @neil_parish welcomes new minister @Jochurchill4 to the @DefraGovUK fold.
He stresses the importance of the OEP being "independent for all time".
Future proofing the #EnvironmentBill underlies most of the Lords amendments.
He stresses the importance of the OEP being "independent for all time".
Future proofing the #EnvironmentBill underlies most of the Lords amendments.
On #AirPollution @neil_parish calls for clarity & ambition on the consultation on #EnvironmentBill targets.
Who will be consulted?
How will we keep up with @WHO guidelines which are 5 x tighter than ours?
This must be the last chance for govt to put an ambitious target in law.
Who will be consulted?
How will we keep up with @WHO guidelines which are 5 x tighter than ours?
This must be the last chance for govt to put an ambitious target in law.
.@DeidreBrock is shocked that it has taken so long to progress the #EnvironmentBill
(She's not alone as we @GreenerUK_ can't remember a time when we weren't working on this - some time in 2018!)
She reiterates her concern that @DefenceHQ is exempt from green principles.
(She's not alone as we @GreenerUK_ can't remember a time when we weren't working on this - some time in 2018!)
She reiterates her concern that @DefenceHQ is exempt from green principles.
.@hilarybennmp makes an important point on the independence of the Office for Environmental Protection.
He asks why ministers want a power to 'guide' how the OEP holds them to account.
It's fair to say the #EnvironmentBill Hansard shows 'pivoting' on this (to say the least)
He asks why ministers want a power to 'guide' how the OEP holds them to account.
It's fair to say the #EnvironmentBill Hansard shows 'pivoting' on this (to say the least)
.@CarolineLucas says the #EnvironmentBill must start to live up to its reputation as a flagship & lodestar.
She urges govt to accept these crucial amendments & presses strongly on soil & environmental principles
The UK must unequivocally demonstrate leadership ahead of #COP26
She urges govt to accept these crucial amendments & presses strongly on soil & environmental principles
The UK must unequivocally demonstrate leadership ahead of #COP26
.@FloEshalomi says her constituents can't wait any longer for ambitious laws to tackle #AirPollution
City dwelling children are particularly vulnerable.
She calls for an #EnvironmentBill we can all be proud of.
City dwelling children are particularly vulnerable.
She calls for an #EnvironmentBill we can all be proud of.
.@KerryMP reminds us that the #EnvironmentBill and the OEP should have been ready (and were promised) for the end of the transition period.
@GreenerUK_ first warned of the environmental governance gap in 2017.
greeneruk.org/sites/default/…
@GreenerUK_ first warned of the environmental governance gap in 2017.
greeneruk.org/sites/default/…
The minister is now delving into her 'box notes' which are agreed lines to enable ministers to respond to debates on bills which can cover a range of issues.
They can give an insight into latest government thinking (but often reveal little that is new).
#EnvironmentBill
They can give an insight into latest government thinking (but often reveal little that is new).
#EnvironmentBill
There'll now be a series of #votes on some of the Lords #EnvironmentBill amendments. Don't expect any rebellions though given the govt majority.
https://twitter.com/PARLYapp/status/1450847790800805888
MPs vote against writing @who air quality guidelines into the #EnvironmentBill despite this latest plea from @rosamund_ElsFdn
This important issue, along with all the other amendments, will get passed back to Peers to decide next steps.
telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/10/1…
This important issue, along with all the other amendments, will get passed back to Peers to decide next steps.
telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/10/1…
The second debate on the Lords #EnvironmentBill amendments begins, focusing on the protection of nature, sewage pollution and protecting forests at home and globally.
Read our @GreenerUK_ @WCL_News briefing on these important amendments
greeneruk.org/sites/default/…
Read our @GreenerUK_ @WCL_News briefing on these important amendments
greeneruk.org/sites/default/…
On tackling sewage pollution, the government has made improvements to the #EnvironmentBill but a missing piece remains: a legal obligation for water companies not to pollute our rivers and oceans with sewage.
@sascampaigns
theguardian.com/environment/20…
@sascampaigns
theguardian.com/environment/20…
The govt is feeling the heat on sewage pollution - senior Conservative backbenchers are politely lending support to the Lords amendment to mandate water companies to take tougher action on sewage pollution.
"Dialogue continues" says the minister. Not a no.
#EnvironmentBill
"Dialogue continues" says the minister. Not a no.
#EnvironmentBill
Some good news at last. On protecting ancient woodland, the govt will be "taking action".
There will be a review of the national planning policy framework, a consultation on strengthening protections, plus amendment to regulations🌳
Congrats @youngb48 @WoodlandTrust
There will be a review of the national planning policy framework, a consultation on strengthening protections, plus amendment to regulations🌳
Congrats @youngb48 @WoodlandTrust
.@LukePollard champions the Lords amendments on pollinators, habitats protection and trees🐝🌳
He also highlights the issue that "shames our nation": the state of our rivers.
He asks a critical Q: when will England's rivers be sewage free?🌊💩
He also highlights the issue that "shames our nation": the state of our rivers.
He asks a critical Q: when will England's rivers be sewage free?🌊💩
.@CommonsEAC Chair @Dunne4Ludlow welcomes govt progress on tackling sewage pollution based on the approach he piloted in his private members' bill.
He says our "arteries of nature" must not be treated as "cesspits of humanity" & urges the govt to agree a duty on water companies.
He says our "arteries of nature" must not be treated as "cesspits of humanity" & urges the govt to agree a duty on water companies.
You can check the details of today's #EnvironmentBill votes below. But don't worry about the numbers or margins as votes at this stage are just a part of the process and don't imply or inhibit any further action on these important issues.
votes.parliament.uk/Votes/Commons?…
votes.parliament.uk/Votes/Commons?…
The #EnvironmentBill debates wrap up for the day on a positive note.
Good to see the government move to address all single use terms not just plastic.
And excellent to see many backbench Conservatives call for stronger action on river pollution.
inews.co.uk/news/politics/…
Good to see the government move to address all single use terms not just plastic.
And excellent to see many backbench Conservatives call for stronger action on river pollution.
inews.co.uk/news/politics/…
Today's Environment Bill amendments *official results*😉
Largest rebellion: river pollution
Nicest surprise: ancient woodland
Most vital: Office for Environmental Protection
Worst loophole: environmental principles
Biggest win: single use items
Unfinished business: air quality
Largest rebellion: river pollution
Nicest surprise: ancient woodland
Most vital: Office for Environmental Protection
Worst loophole: environmental principles
Biggest win: single use items
Unfinished business: air quality
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