Area the size of 28,500 football pitches lying derelict - Baker
New figures uncovered by the Liberal Democrats reveal that an area the size of 28,500 football pitches is lying derelict across England.
28 Apr 2004
News
Flood threat means Thames Barrier could be raised over 300 times in 2100 - Baker
By 2100 the threat of flooding will be so severe that the Thames barrier may have to be closed up to 325 times a year, according to the latest Government figures, obtained by Norman Baker MP, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary.
28 Apr 2004
Air pollution doubles causing up to 800 extra deaths - Baker
Incidents of air pollution more then doubled between 2002 and 2003, according to new Government figures, released today.
28 Apr 2004
Government's energy plan is major climbdown - Stunell
Commenting ahead of today's statement by the Government on its long-awaited Energy Efficiency Action Plan, Andrew Stunell MP, Liberal Democrat Energy Spokesman, said:
27 Apr 2004
Blair has nothing to say on environment - Baker
Commenting ahead of Tony Blair's attendance at the launch of The Climate Group, Norman Baker MP, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, said:
27 Apr 2004
Demand management and planning needed now to combat flooding - Baker
The Foresight Future Flooding report, released today by Sir David King and supported by the DTI and DEFRA, claims that the cost of flooding damage and coastal erosion could increase by 20 times in the next century.
22 Apr 2004
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