Energy Secretary Criticizes ECHR Ruling on Climate Change Measures

British Ministers Slam ECHR Ruling

The European Court of Human Rights recent ruling advocating for stricter climate change measures has faced criticism from British ministers. Strasbourg judges pointed out that Switzerland has not taken sufficient action to address greenhouse gases and extreme weather.

Concerns Raised by Energy Secretary

Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho expressed her concerns regarding the ruling, emphasizing the impact of climate change on economic, energy, and national security. She highlighted that elected politicians are in the best position to make decisions in this regard.

Postponement of Green Policies by Rishi Sunak

Last year, Chancellor Rishi Sunak postponed several green policies amid public outcry over their financial implications. Prime Minister Boris Johnson recently suggested that the next general election should be viewed as a referendum on achieving Net Zero in a financially sustainable manner.

Mounting Pressure on ECHR

Following the ECHR's decision to block the first Rwanda flight two years ago, there have been increasing calls for the UK to reconsider its relationship with the court. Reform MP Lee Anderson criticized the ECHR, linking its stance on illegal migrants with the Net Zero initiative.