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UK Special Representative for Climate: Public Appointments

Asked by Mr Richard HoldenConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 24 April 2025UIN 45909

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 5 November 2024 to Question 11266 on UK Special Representative for Climate Change, what the declaration of interest is that has been made by the Special Representative; and what steps his Department has taken to reduce any associated conflict of interest.

Answered by Stephen Doughty

The Special Representative for Climate Change submitted a Declaration of Interests Form as per the standard procedure for an appointment of this sort. Provisions in her terms of engagement on conduct in office include mechanisms to address any conflict of interest should it arise.

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