Britain still unprepared for heatwaves
Britain faces repeated heatwaves and travel chaos as inadequate infrastructure and political denial leave the nation unprepared, despite mounting evidence that urgent action on climate adaptation is needed. | Today’s Political Cartoon.
The UK is experiencing yet another intense heatwave, exposing its insufficient infrastructure and the challenges faced by commuters.
With heatwaves now a regular feature of British summers, Britons are increasingly encountering disruptions due to the country’s infrastructure continually struggling to cope.
Despite rising evidence, complacency prevents meaningful action, leaving the public to suffer in heatwaves while right-wing politicians and climate change deniers argue that no changes are necessary.
This irresponsible denial and neglect repeatedly leave the nation unprepared year after year.
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