Interview with Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer

The transcript discusses the UK government's inconsistent climate policies, highlighting the need for coherent actions to address climate change. It emphasizes the importance of building international coalitions for COP 26 and investing in green jobs. The role of government in providing information and support to the public is stressed, alongside criticism of the scrapped Green Homes Grant.

What does the speaker criticize about the government's approach to climate change?

• Their investment in green technology

• Their consistent support for renewable energy

• Their reduction of carbon emissions

• Their proposal to open a new coal mine

What is considered the most important action for addressing climate change according to the speaker?

• Increasing taxes on fossil fuels

• Investing in nuclear energy

• Building a coalition of countries

• Reducing public transportation fares

What is the UK's role in the upcoming COP 26 conference?

• To negotiate trade deals

• To demonstrate actions that match the climate challenge

• To reduce global oil prices

• To host a renewable energy summit

What frustrates the speaker about the government's approach to helping individuals transition to greener homes?

• The increase in taxes for green home improvements

• The lack of information provided to the public

• The delay in implementing new policies

• The scrapping of the Green Homes Grant

What is the role of government in helping individuals take climate action, according to the speaker?

• To provide information and support for action

• To enforce strict penalties for non-compliance

• To subsidize all personal energy costs

• To privatize energy resources