The world’s top scientists say we have a few short years to get to grips with tackling climate change. That is why addressing this issue is a top priority for Stephen and will be one of Labour’s most important tasks in Government.
Stephen’s actions on climate change include:
- Leading the Labour Group locally in declaring a climate change emergency
- Voting to declare a climate change emergency in UK parliament
- Working with local campaigners to stop Aquind
- Relentlessly campaigning to stop the sewage polluting Portsmouth’s bathing waters
- Co-leading a debate on active travel in Parliament to reduce vehicle emissions
- Working with the council to secure funding for essential sea defence schemes
- Encourages cycling around Portsmouth by promoting better infrastructure
- Visiting schools to promote plastic-free and recycling campaigns
- Bringing the Shadow Environment Secretary to Portsmouth to hear concerns
- Planting more than 100 trees in Portsmouth
Stephen said:
“Undeniably climate change is the greatest threat we face. It must always be at the forefront of our agenda.
“I’m proud to support tough plans to make Britain a clean energy superpower, protect nature, accelerate to net zero and deliver green prosperity
“It is only through these plans and working together that we will protect our precious environment and tackle the climate crisis with the urgency needed.”
To read more about Stephen’s work on the subject of the environment, click here.
