Right-wing figures promote climate skepticism amid drought and wildfire emergencies

Conservative voices are pushing back against climate action as unusually severe drought and wildfires grip the UK, downplaying the crisis's severity to argue the public opposes policy responses.

First covered Aug 3, 2026 · 10:45 PM PT · 1 article

Right-wing figures promote climate skepticism amid drought and wildfire emergencies — Image via theguardian.com

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