Scrapping energy saving targets is a disgrace
Commenting on the Government's plan abandon energy saving requirements in new planning regulations, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, Norman Baker MP said:
18 Jul 2005
News
Car Tax should reflect environmental damage
Commenting on the Sustainable Development Commission's recommendation for a higher rate of Vehicle Excise Duty for the most polluting cars, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, Norman Baker MP said:
22 Jun 2005
Government Fail To Act On Climate Change Again - Stunell
Commenting on the Government's decision to delay announcing how it will implement energy ratings for buildings, Liberal Democrat Shadow Energy Minister, Andrew Stunell MP said:
30 Mar 2005
Liberal Democrats Launch Environment Mini Manifesto
The Liberal Democrats today launched their manifesto for the Environment, setting out our plans to protect and improve the environment - helping our pockets, our families, our communities and our world.
22 Mar 2005
Carbon Increase Blows Hole In Government Green Plans - Baker
New statistics, released without prior warning by DEFRA at 5pm yesterday, show that carbon dioxide emissions in the UK increased by 2.2% in 2003.
22 Mar 2005
Chancellor Forgets The Environment Again - Baker
Commenting on the environmental implications of the Chancellor's budget, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, Norman Baker MP said:
16 Mar 2005
Environment
Pippa becomes Liberal Democrat Energy Security and Net Zero Spokesperson
Pippa Heylings MP becomes Liberal Democrat Energy Security and Net Zero Spokesperson with vow to take take green issues to the heart of Westminster
YM
18 Sep 2024
Environment
Pippa addessses COP29 UK priorities debate
Pippa took part in the Commons debate in Westminster Hall on UK priorities for COP29, the UN climate change conference, on Sep 10th
YM
15 Sep 2024
Environment
Cambridgeshire MPs vote for action on Sewage Dumping, Cost of Living and NHS in King's Speech
In one of their first votes in Parliament, the new Liberal Democrat MPs for Cambridgeshire have voted in support of an amendment to the King's Speech which would see action taken on sewage dumping, cost of living and the NHS
YM
24 Jul 2024
Environment
Pippa Heylings celebrates Bathing Water designation: but now water companies must act
Pippa Heylings joined with Cam Valley Forum campaigners on Sunday 19th May for a swim to celebrate Sheep’s Green in Cambridge receiving a Bathing Water Designation
YM
30 May 2024
Environment
South Cambs MP Votes Against Law To Criminalise Water Companies For Sewage Spills
On Wednesday, Conservative MPs including South Cambs MP Anthony Browne voted against a new law which would have seen water companies in court for sewage spills.
YM
16 May 2024
Environment
Pippa recognised in environmental Power List
The 2024 ENDS Power List for politicians who have championed environmental causes has been published. It is a list of 50 politicians in the country and Pippa is honoured to be part of that list!
YM
15 May 2024