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Environmental organizations are urging broadcasters to prioritize climate change discussions in the televised election debates between Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer.
Fiona Harvey reports for The Guardian.
In short:
Key quote:
"Where is the climate in this election? It’s a top five issue for the public, but you wouldn’t think it when you listen to our party leaders."
— Hirra Khan Adeogun, co-director of climate charity Possible
Why this matters:
Ensuring that climate change is a central topic in election debates is crucial for public awareness and policy development. It allows voters to understand candidates' positions on critical environmental issues that will impact future generations.
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