To meet the UK’s target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, local authorities have an important role to fulfil in interpreting and implementing national policy, leading by example, inspiring local action and lead climate action in their communities.
This is a responsibility not to be taken lightly and Lyme Regis Town Council is conscious of its leadership role, but also the challenges that come with it. Funding constraints can be a barrier to our climate ambitions, national policy can create limitations at a local level and choosing what’s most effective isn’t always the most popular.