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Shrewsbury Town Council calls for government support for climate adaptation

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What happened

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Shrewsbury Town Council wrote to Julia Buckley, the Member of Parliament for Shrewsbury, calling for greater government support for local councils to prepare for climate change. The letter, sent by Councillor Rob Wilson, highlighted increasing risks from extreme heat, drought, intense rainfall, and storms. The Council requested investment in climate-resilient public infrastructure, including schools and housing, and a national adaptation strategy.

From shropshirelive.com

Why it matters

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The council stated that climate adaptation must be considered alongside efforts to reduce carbon emissions, citing the potential impact on food production. This follows a warning from Professor Paul Behrens that the risk of crop harvest failure increases significantly with global warming. The council is seeking appropriate powers and resources for local councils to manage these risks.

From shropshirelive.com

Who's involved

  • Shropshire CouncilThe local administrative body of Shrewsbury, which initiated the call for climate resilience funding.
  • Julia BuckleyThe Member of Parliament representing the constituency of Shrewsbury, who received the council's correspondence.
  • governmentThe governing body being called upon to provide national strategy and financial support for adaptation.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Network RailSpeculative

    Network Rail might see increased demand for investment in rail assets due to calls for climate-resilient public infrastructure.

  • ShropshireSpeculative

    Shropshire may see regional planning priorities shift due to the local council's call for climate resilience funding.

  • governmentSpeculative

    The government could be pressured regarding funding and the creation of a national adaptation strategy.

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