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Debate between Nicola Richards and Virginia Crosbie
Wednesday 24th February 2021

(3 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Nicola Richards Portrait Nicola Richards (West Bromwich East) (Con)
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What discussions he has had with (a) business owners and (b) other stakeholders on the UK’s objectives for COP26.

Virginia Crosbie Portrait Virginia Crosbie (Ynys Môn) (Con)
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What steps he is taking to consult businesses in preparation for COP26.

Lord Sharma Portrait The President of COP26 (Alok Sharma)
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Businesses have a vital role to play in tackling climate change through the COP26 business leaders group and, indeed, through other engagements in the UK and internationally. I have spoken directly with many hundreds of global businesses, and of course we are calling on businesses, investors and other non-state actors to sign up to the Race to Zero campaign and commit to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

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