Debates between Richard Burgon and Lord Sharma during the 2019-2024 Parliament

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Debate between Richard Burgon and Lord Sharma
Wednesday 19th January 2022

(2 years, 11 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Sharma Portrait Alok Sharma
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I thought that the hon. Gentleman liked independent processes and that is what is running now.

Richard Burgon Portrait Richard Burgon (Leeds East) (Lab)
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T1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.

Lord Sharma Portrait The COP26 President (Alok Sharma)
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I have just concluded constructive visits to Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, the respective holders of COP27 and COP28. I met a range of Government Ministers and businesses, and we agreed that we would work closely to ensure the lasting impact of climate negotiations and other climate commitments made in Glasgow.