World leaders, politicians, negotiators, business chiefs and campaigners are gathering in Glasgow for the two-week UN Cop26 climate summit. Here are some of the highlights of what is happening: – Sunday October 31: The UN Cop26 meeting formally begins, kicking off the two weeks of negotiations aimed at driving action on …
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Read More »Boris Johnson has spoken to Queen as she works from desk after being told to rest for two weeks
Boris Johnson has said the Queen was on ‘very good form’ when he spoke to her this week after doctors told her to cancel any official visits and rest for at least another two weeks. The Prime Minister gave an upbeat tone while talking about attending his weekly conversation with …
Read More »Major EV schemes launched ahead of COP26
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