ACT MP seeks to remove climate change from council consent decisions – RNZ 12 July 2024

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ACT MP Mark Cameron has introduced a members’ bill to prevent regional councils from considering climate change impacts in consent decisions, arguing that such measures are contributing to a productivity crisis in New Zealand. He believes councils should focus on basic responsibilities, rather than imposing emission reduction targets that hinder various industries.

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