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UK Election Special: Climate

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Challenges and Considerations in Labour's Climate Policy

The chapter explores potential conflicts and interests within the Labour Party regarding climate policy, focusing on transitioning industries like oil and gas, re-skilling workers, and ensuring economic security during the shift away from fossil fuels. It also addresses the lack of comprehensive plans from political parties on international coordination, job transitions, and tackling climate crisis impacts globally. The conversation emphasizes the importance of international cooperation, critiques current foreign policy strategies, and discusses the role of global finance and institutions like BlackRock in influencing climate discussions leading up to COP29.

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