Plans to ensure the UK remains a world-leader in environmental
protection and sustainability will be discussed at 11 Downing
Street today.
The Chancellor will host talks with the
Environment Secretary and the Broadway Initiative
– a group that brings together leading environmental NGOs with
business and academia. Top of the agenda is finding the most
effective way of protecting the environment as the UK leaves
the EU.
Ministers and industry leaders are also expected to discuss
ways to make further progress on The Environment Bill. The Bill
sets out how the UK will maintain environmental standards as it
leaves the EU and builds on the vision of the 25 Year
Environment Plan.
Chancellor of the Exchequer, said:
“Well-designed environmental standards are vital to sustainable
economic growth and the wellbeing of people and our planet.
“That’s why I’m pleased to be meeting with NGOs and industry
leaders today to work together to build sustainability into the
heart of our economic model. We need to work with
businesses to support jobs and growth in the clean economy as
we continue to lead the world in tackling climate
change.”
Environment Secretary said:
“We have committed to being the first generation to leave
our environment in a better state than we found it. Through our
landmark 25 Year Environment Plan and forthcoming Environment
Bill – the first for more than 20 years – we are putting in
place the foundations to make this a reality.
“But we recognise we cannot do this by acting alone. That’s why
I’m thrilled to help bring together this impressive group to
find the solutions which will enable us to deliver on our
shared ambition.”
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