Met Office position on geoengineering research
This page outlines the Met Office's position on conducting science in the field of geoengineering.

What is the Met Office’s position on geoengineering?

The Met Office does not advocate any particular approach to mitigation, but research shows that deep and rapid cuts in emissions will be challenging to achieve on a global basis. Therefore, geoengineering technologies are increasingly part of global discussions to determine how to meet the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C, preferably to 1.5°C, to significantly reduce the risks and impacts of climate change.

Currently much more information is needed to ensure any discussions are based on a robust and broad range of evidence. It is therefore important that impartial science is carried out which looks at the effectiveness, trade-offs and side-effects of all types of mitigation options – including geoengineering. As a major contributor to global climate science, the Met Office has a key role to play in this area alongside its research partners across the UK and the world. The Met Office’s contribution will be based on simulations using climate models and we do not advocate or provide context for real-world physical experiments.

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/research/climate/earth-system-science/met-office-position-on-geoengineering-research

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Met Office position on geoengineering research

This page outlines the Met Office's position on conducting science in the field of geoengineering.

Press release: King's Speech to unlock growth and "take the brakes off Britain"

The package of bills will focus on growing the economy through better transport, more jobs and turbocharging building of houses and infrastructure – helping to make every part of the country better off.

Transport - Building - Empowering local communities

The speech will build on the first fortnight of the government’s mission of national renewal.

From the launch of a National Wealth Fund to strengthen UK investment, to a new Mission Control tasked with turbocharging the UK to clean power by 2030, to opening the recruitment of a new Border Security Command, and the Deputy Prime Minister’s pledge to kickstart a new devolution revolution to transfer more powers out of Westminster and into the hands of local people – the Government is hitting the ground running and wasting no time in its work to change the country.

Read more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/kings-speech-to-unlock-growth-and-take-the-brakes-off-britain

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King's Speech to unlock growth and "take the brakes off Britain"

Improving living standards for working people through economic growth will be the central focus of new laws set to be unveiled by His Majesty The King today [Wednesday 17 July].

News story: New Defence Secretary pledges to step up support for Ukraine on visit to Odesa

Defence Secretary John Healey said:

"There may have been a change in government, but the UK is united for Ukraine."

Read more: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-defence-secretary-pledges-to-step-up-support-for-ukraine-on-visit-to-odesa

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New Defence Secretary pledges to step up support for Ukraine on visit to Odesa

The UK's new Defence Secretary has pledged to step up the UK's support for Ukraine on a visit to Odesa, less than 48 hours after his appointment.

Many are feeling we are now in the land of WEF, as if we weren't already?
Listen to this loud and fear not.

"It's alright ...it's all fine It's just a point on the wheel of time Stay free, and hold the line"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Abc-FsVA6zU

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HOLLOWBONE - HOLD THE LINE (Official Video)

Hold The Line, written and performed by HOLLOWBONE. From the album Vertigo, available on all streaming platforms and on limited edition CD at hollowboneuk.bandcamp.com All shots from Oracle Films used with permission. www.oraclefilms.com www.ukcolumn.org…

What is going on!?
https://x.com/Conservatives/status/1808155567614992811

News story
New powers to seize cryptoassets used by criminals go live
Greater powers for the National Crime Agency and police to seize, freeze and destroy cryptoassets used by criminals have come into force today.

"Police will no longer be required to make an arrest before seizing crypto from a suspect. This will make it easier to take assets which are known to have been criminally obtained, even if sophisticated criminals are able to protect their anonymity or are based overseas"

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-powers-to-seize-cryptoassets-used-by-criminals-go-live

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New powers to seize cryptoassets used by criminals go live

Greater powers for the National Crime Agency and police to seize, freeze and destroy cryptoassets used by criminals have come into force today.

Press release
APHA hosts celebration of a century’s work to improve animal health and welfare

Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss said:

"Animal diseases can pose a threat to human health, food security and economic growth. To address these threats effectively, the global community needs to work in a coordinated way, across sectors, disciplines, and borders using a ‘One Health’ approach."

APHA’s scientific facility at Weybridge is the UK’s primary capability for managing the threats posed by the spread of diseases carried by animals, many of which pose a significant threat to public health, the economy, and the environment. The threat from zoonotic diseases is increasing, with nearly two-thirds of infectious diseases in humans originating in animals.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/apha-hosts-celebration-of-a-centurys-work

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APHA hosts celebration of a century’s work

APHA hosts celebration of a century’s work to improve animal health and welfare

Farming:
Apply now for a water screening study

Climate change affects the amount and timing of water availability, as well as demand. We want to support farmers and growers to plan for and secure a more resilient water supply.

So, from today, small groups of farmers in England can apply for a Local Resource Option (LRO) screening study.

The studies can be used to identify, screen, and rank local water resource options for farmers/growers in a given area.

https://defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2024/04/22/apply-now-for-a-water-screening-study/

Emergency Alerts:
Current alerts

Plymouth
Issued by Plymouth City Council. The WWII bomb found in Keyham will be transported today 23 February 2024 at 2pm to Torpoint Ferry slipway via Saltash Road. A time limited cordon will be in place along this route between 2pm until an estimated 5pm. You are asked to leave and stay away from the cordoned area for this time period.

For more information about the route, cordon and support - go to the Plymouth City Council website. Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information.

https://www.gov.uk/alerts/current-alerts

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About Emergency Alerts

Your mobile phone or tablet may get an emergency alert if there’s a danger to life nearby. Alerts tell you what to do to stay safe.