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Climate Change Act 2008
Summary
The Climate Change Act 2008 is a law that requires the UK government to cut greenhouse gas emissions (pollution that causes global warming) by at least 80% by 2050. It sets five-year targets to track progress and creates an independent committee to advise the government on whether it's meeting its climate goals.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing the UK's commitment to fight climate change by setting strict targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It helps protect the environment and public health by pushing the country towards cleaner energy and a more sustainable future.
A vote to oppose means
- —Some people worry the Act could increase energy bills for households and businesses through green taxes and investments. Others argue it places too much burden on the UK while other countries don't follow similar rules, potentially harming the economy.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote73 votes
8% Support · 692% Oppose · 67
Parliament's Vote516 MPs
60% Ayes · 30940% Noes · 207
Democratic Gap
52% — Large gap
Outcome mismatch — the public would block this bill, but Parliament passed it
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading1 Apr 2008
- 2nd reading9 Jun 2008
- Committee stage24 Jun 2008
- Report stage28 Oct 2008
- 3rd reading28 Oct 2008
Lords
- 1st reading14 Nov 2007
- 2nd reading27 Nov 2007
- Committee stage11 Dec 2007
- Report stage25 Feb 2008
- 3rd reading31 Mar 2008
Royal Assent26 Nov 2008
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