Climate Breakdown

Andy Burnham, the prime minister, has doused his climate credentials in oil and set it on fire. How can the public fight back against the political influence of fossil fuels?

We need progressive governments that make people's real lives better - and then we will win support for environmental policies.

England wildfire numbers hit second highest on record in 2026 – provisional data.

Protesters depict ‘heaven’ and ‘hell’ futures as they demand Andy Burnham, the British prime minister, reject new oil and gas fields.

What does the approaching El Niño mean for the world’s economies - and for us?

Deliblato Sands faces another existential test after the unprecedented 52-day wildfire.

August was world’s joint hottest month on record – scientists.

Environment secretary warns people in Britain to store food for weather emergencies.

Heat networks should reduce costs and climate impacts. But private interests and lack of regulation has resulted in exorbitant bills and poor service.

Burnham says commitment to tackle climate change ‘completely stands’

Fluctuations to Spring patterns due to climate breakdown is playing havoc with Britain's wasps.

'Blaring...from every direction'. Europe’s extreme fires will only worsen unless we act with force.

Green groups call for Andy Burnham, the British PM, to end his silence on climate breakdown.

Most people in Britain want workplace temperature limits to combat heatwaves – poll.

Amber heat warning in force as parts of England face more extreme temperatures.

Zack Polanski says fossil fuel producers must pay for firefighting helicopters.

We warned the media liberals about climate collapse. Their cowardice is the greatest threat to life on earth.

Swansea University backslides on commitment not to work with the fossil fuel industry

Arctic winter sea ice back in rapid decline after brief slowdown, say scientists.

Think tank estimates future costs of heatwaves to 2030 at least £25bn.

Deadly climate impact: 2,700 heat-linked deaths in recent heatwaves, experts say.

June’s record heatwave hit people’s sleep, health, work and schooling – survey.

Villagers from a remote part of Malawi get the go-ahead for a legal fight with one of the UK's biggest corporate giants.

We need to learn to manage extreme heat - both in the short and long term. This means reducing carbon emissions now.