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Aarhus Convention

Asked by Wera HobhouseLiberal DemocratDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 20 October 2025UIN 78428

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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, under what circumstances would she consider withdrawing from the Aarhus Convention.

Answered by Mary Creagh

The United Kingdom Government is committed to the effective implementation of its international obligations and has no plans to withdraw from the Aarhus Convention.

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