UK names Madeleine Alessandri first special representative for climate security
The UK appointed Madeleine Alessandri as the world's first special representative for climate security, aimed at addressing national security risks tied to the climate crisis. Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the role at Cop31, emphasizing the urgent need to tackle escalating climate challenges. Campaigners criticized the government's mixed actions on fossil fuel expansion amid its climate commitments.
How does this story land?
Summary by OZbrief Editorial · The Guardian Australia · Source
Take it further — get the full app and never miss a moment of what's happening in Australia.
This publisher's site can't be shown here due to their security settings.
Open full article →No source link available for this article.
Published 11 Nov 2026, 22:30 UTC · Updated 11 Nov 2026, 23:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The Guardian Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
Trending
- Melbourne Uni cuts 179 staff as it bleeds cash for fifth year
- Melbourne art teacher Alice Krause apologizes after racist car park outburst
- Six Victoria fire stations robbed, CFA reviews security amid bushfire risks
- Finnish ambassador says interest in embassy no red herring after viral posts
- Dave Grohl pays tribute to Beaconsfield miner Todd Russell amid energetic Sydney
- Hussey makes call on Australia's best batting line up