CBI responds to UN climate report

Matthew Fell, CBI Chief Policy Director:

“If anybody still had any doubts to the scale of the climate crisis, this report must surely put those to bed.

“COP26 must be the trigger for more, urgent action from countries around the world. It requires joint efforts by governments, businesses and consumers.

“Committing to and achieving net zero is paramount and the UK must look to lead by example, establishing the policy and tax frameworks to make it possible.

“Businesses understand the vital role they must play and many are putting net zero plans in place. We need to see more of those commitments and acting on the pledges made, as soon as possible.”