The former UK prime minister modernised the Tories on climate and diversity. My party should do the same
Those three prime ministers represent a common thread of Conservative party leadership on climate change and the environment. To the mix, it is also worth noting the contribution of John Gummer , environment secretary under John Major, who is still regarded as an environmental hero by many in the United Kingdom.
In a gathering of Liberal and National party members – state and federal – Cameron reminded us of the modernisation journey he led the Conservative party on in the lead-up to his victory in 2010. Central to this was his drive to ensure the party was not only a constructive participant but actually led debate on climate action.
He also highlighted the importance of political consensus on issues like climate. While recognising the Conservatives and British Labour would use different levers and policies, he made the point that as opposition leader he didn’t seek to wedge the Labour government on their own climate agenda. Again, in his words, “endlessly questioning your opponents’ approach, even when they are doing the right thing, makes it even harder to convince people of your own good intentions.
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