Environment Secretary Labels Reform UK ‘Unpatriotic’ Over Net Zero Stance

The Environment Secretary has described Reform UK as 'unpatriotic' for opposing Britain's net‑zero emissions target, citing current extreme weather—including hosepipe bans affecting five million people—as evidence of the urgent need for climate action.

He highlighted that the UK has experienced record highs and increased rainfall, and noted that some opposition parties have questioned or even pledged to abolish net zero, a position he says clashes with expert advice and national interests.