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Aarhus Convention

Commons · Question 21334 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 3 Sep 2026

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Asked by Rosie Duffield

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of not endorsing the findings of the Aarhus Convention Compliance Committee on the UK's legal standing.

Answer

Answered by Emma Hardy, 3 Sep 2026

This United Kingdom Government is committed to the effective implementation of its international obligations. The UK recognises the important role played by the Compliance Committee in making recommendations to promote effective implementation of the Aarh...