Green action set for conference debate
The Liberal Democrats will be debating 'Zero Carbon Britain - Taking a Global Lead' on 17th September at the party's conference at Brighton. The main proposals include:
31 Aug 2007
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Lib Dem green plans welcomed
Liberal Democrat proposals unveiled today aimed at making the UK carbon neutral by 2050, have been welcomed by Friends of the Earth. The plans can be seen in full at www.libdems.org.uk/news/liberal-democrats-reveal-plans-for-zero-carbon-britain.13117.html
28 Aug 2007
Campbell wins praise from Greenpeace and WWF for green speech
Greenpeace's Executive Director Stephen Tindale says of Ming's latest environment speech: "Ming Campbell has set the gold standard for green speeches". Speaking in response to the Lib Dem Leader's keynote speech on the environment in Norwich, he said Greenpeace endorsed Ming's challenge to the other parties, adding, "there's too much talk from New Labour and not yet enough substance from the Conservatives."
30 Apr 2006
Adapting to Climate Change is not enough
Commenting on the publication of DEFRA's consultation document on adapting to climate change, Liberal Democrat Environment spokesperson Norman Baker MP said:
9 Nov 2005
Government street lighting plans must be environmentally sound
Transport Minister Karen Buck announced today that the Government is making a further £600 million available in 2005/06 to help local authorities modernise their street lighting. Commenting, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary Norman Baker MP said:
9 Nov 2005
UN climate talks must lead to real targets
As UN talks in Montreal on climate change reach their final crucial phase, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary Norman Baker MP said:
7 Dec 2005
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