British Prime Minister Sir Keir Steater faces a backroom rebellion in the House of Commons today ahead of a crucial vote on the Climate and Nature Bill.
TV chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and broadcaster Dr George McGavin were among them. issue a last-minute petition This morning, he told members of the Diet in front of the Diet.
Clive Lewis, the Labor MP for Norwich South, confirmed he would vote for the bill no matter what.
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“I hope the government and the proponents of the Climate and Nature Bill can reach an agreement.” [that] “It will be good for Labor at a time when many feel they are backtracking on progress on climate and nature,” he said. guardian last night.
“This will send a strong signal that our focus remains on them and that we believe a sustainable economy is the only future.”
At least 42 Labor MPs have said they will vote in favor of the private members’ bill, defying government orders. Some Labor backbenchers have reported being threatened with the removal of the party whip if they support the bill.
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Meanwhile, government supporters have been ordered to return to Westminster and give lengthy speeches in order to debate the bill thoroughly and avoid a vote.
Environmental activists also participated Huge Starmer caricature and oversized bill It took place outside parliament this morning in a last-ditch attempt to secure support from MPs. Climate activists Tori Tsui and Dominic Palmer also joined the protesters.
Invoices for individual members are Supported by over 190 members of parliament Liberal Democrat MP Roz Savage is leading the charge. Activists said the numbers were “on a knife’s edge” ahead of today’s debate, which starts at 9.30am.
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Brendan Montague is the editor ecologist.
