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The UK is forgetting the dull bit of climate change policy

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United Kingdom
Gestart August 01, 2026

The UK is forgetting the dull bit of climate change policy melissa.ittoo Fri, 31/07/2026 - 14:26 The Treasury needs to take the lead on how we adapt to the heat. 3 Comment Jill Rutter Institute for Government Yes The UK continues to struggle with the impacts of extreme heat and drought, with wildfires blazing and warnings dry conditions may linger until the autumn. Net zero Policy making Climate change Environment Economy Department for Energy Security and Net Zero No This piece was originall...

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
The UK government’s focus on public engagement should include detailed discussions about the less glamorous aspects of climate policy.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
Adaptation spending on UK resilience is a distraction from reducing global emissions, which is where Britain's climate effort should focus.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
The Treasury must lead a coordinated adaptation strategy for heat and drought risks, not leave it scattered across departments.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
Climate change policy in the UK needs to address both mitigation and adaptation equally to be effective.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
Adaptation policies should be tailored to regional needs, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
Focusing solely on net-zero targets without adaptation measures will leave communities vulnerable to climate change effects.

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Adaptation funding should come from existing departmental budgets, not trigger new Treasury spending that crowds out other priorities.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 01, 2026
The UK government must prioritize investment in climate adaptation strategies to effectively manage the impacts of extreme heat.

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The UK government should publish annual adaptation outcomes and climate resilience metrics alongside net zero progress reports.

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Public adaptation funding should prioritise hard infrastructure like reservoirs and flood defences, not social programmes that blur the line between climate and welfare.

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