The Christmas pudding action, organised by Tearfund, Christian Aid, The One Campaign, and The Climate Coalition, is backed by over 50,000 supporters who have signed a giant 3-metre Christmas card for Boris Johnson.
They are calling on the Prime Minister to:
- Ensure countries deliver stronger national plans to keep 1.5°C alive
- Secure more ambitious climate finance commitments
- Press for finance for climate-related loss and damage
- Lead on drawing the fossil fuel era to a close and a just transition to renewables
Patrick Watt, Policy and Campaigns Director at Christian Aid, said:
“COP26 generated a lot of pledges. But those living on the frontline of the climate crisis now need to see pledges turned into real action.
“50,000 people from churches across the UK and from all walks of life agree. Today they are letting the Prime Minister know that when it comes to promises made in Glasgow, the proof of the pudding is in the eating.
“Christmas is a time of hope. We call on the Prime Minister to heed these messages from the British public, and by meeting the government’s promises give hope to those hit hardest by climate change.”
Dr Ruth Valerio, Director of Advocacy and Influencing at Tearfund, said:
“The pledges made at COP26 gave some hope for a future below 2C but right now these are just words. If the Prime Minister wants a lasting legacy from the Glasgow Summit then the UK Government needs to keep pushing countries around the world to deliver on their promises and strengthen their climate plans.
“The UK has a responsibility to make sure that words are turned into action and, along with 50,000 people from around the country, we’ll continue to hold the Prime Minister to account. Because when it comes to real climate action, the proof is in the pudding.”
Tim Cole, Europe Executive Directory for ONE, said:
“The climate crisis is already having a devastating impact on people and communities in low-income countries, particularly many in Africa. We in the UK are not yet doing enough to support them so we have come to Westminster to make our voices heard and let MPs know just how important it is to tackle these issues. 2022 has to be the year of climate justice.”
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Notes to editors:
Photocall: Campaigners dressed as giant Christmas puddings will gather on Parliament Square at 11:00am for photos. There will be an opportunity to interview spokespeople on the campaign’s demand
