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Alex Sobel

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Tuesday 30th October 2018

(6 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jeremy Hunt Portrait Mr Hunt
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I am happy to confirm exactly that.

Alex Sobel Portrait Alex Sobel (Leeds North West) (Lab/Co-op)
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The Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources is meeting now in Hobart. What progress has the UK delegation made in securing a marine protected area for the Weddell sea, which is absolutely vital to stop run-away climate change?

Harriett Baldwin Portrait Harriett Baldwin
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The hon. Gentleman is absolutely right to highlight the important talks that are taking place. The UK is very much a co-proponent and keen advocate of the proposal currently under discussion. We strongly support this marine protection work, not just in the Weddell sea.

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