Written questions

Economic Growth: Environment Protection

Commons · Question 10413 · Tabled 16 Jun 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 24 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Scott Arthur

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of permanent absolute GDP growth on long-term environmental sustainability in the context of the Dasgupta Review.

Answer

Answered by Lucy Rigby, 24 Jun 2026

The Government recognises the vital role of nature in the economy and agrees with the central conclusion of the Dasgupta Review that biodiversity underpins nature, and sustains our economies, livelihoods and well-being. As recommended by the Dasgupta Revi...