Ministers Disapprove of European Court's Climate Change Ruling
The European Court of Human Rights' recent ruling advocating for stricter climate change measures has faced criticism from British ministers. Strasbourg judges highlighted Switzerland's insufficient actions against greenhouse gases and extreme weather, potentially subjecting all 46 ECHR member nations, including the UK, to legal challenges for not adopting more stringent environmental policies.
Energy Secretary Expresses Concern
British Energy Secretary, Claire Coutinho, expressed her apprehension regarding the ruling, emphasizing the significant impact of climate change strategies on the economy, energy sector, and national security. She emphasized the importance of elected officials in making decisions on such critical matters.
Political Response to Climate Change Measures
Recently, Chancellor Rishi Sunak delayed several green initiatives amidst public backlash over their financial implications. Prime Minister Boris Johnson suggested that the upcoming general election should serve as a de facto referendum on achieving Net Zero targets in a financially sustainable manner. Calls for the UK to distance itself from the ECHR have intensified following previous disputes, including the blocking of a Rwanda-bound flight.
MP Criticizes ECHR's Decisions
Reform MP Lee Anderson criticized the ECHR, stating that the court's rulings on illegal migrants and Net Zero objectives were unreasonable. Anderson highlighted growing frustration with external interference in national policies.
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