Burnham’s Climate Crossroads | Manchester News

Andy Burnham’s climate credibility is under fire as new North Sea oil drilling plans clash with his past pledges for carbon neutrality by 2038. Scientists who helped shape those goals are warning that approving the Jackdaw and Rosebank fields would betray global climate commitments and send a dangerous signal amid worsening wildfires and heatwaves. With the consultation deadline looming, they’re urging him to choose long-term planetary health over short-term industry pressure — reminding him that future generations will judge his leadership by whether he stood firm when the science was clear. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2b497bfad3b0852d