Reform continues to cast doubt on climate science. Do its supporters agree?
Climate scepticism is common at the Reform party conference, but many also criticise Labour for failing to protect Britons from hot weather
TL;DR
- Climate scepticism was common at the Reform UK conference.
- Some attendees expressed belief that CO2 levels were higher in the past and not a human problem.
- Despite climate scepticism, many attendees criticised the government for failing to protect people during heatwaves.
- Criticisms included new-build housing design, government holidays, and lack of clean water and sewage.
- Suggestions for government action included installing air conditioning in public buildings and homes.
- An emeritus professor stated that the party leadership's 'myths and lies' about climate change cause confusion.
- Polls suggest Reform voters are less likely to deny climate science than their leaders.
- A minority of Reform voters favour the net zero target, contrary to leadership.
- Labour's climate minister stated Reform is out of step with voters on climate change.
- A younger Reform member expressed uncertainty about climate policy but acknowledged his generation will 'have to live with it'.