The UK has been been criticised for “blocking ambition” to tackle climate change by environmental campaigners.

COP30 – the UN’s 30th conference of parties – concluded this weekend following fraught discussions over how countries around the world can work together to address the declining environment.

After two weeks of intense meetings, the 194 countries present – the US did not send a delegation only agreed on a voluntary arrangement, rather than a legally binding deal, to begin discussions on a roadmap to gradually phasing out fossil fuels.

But, in a small win for campaigners, developed countries did agree to triple financial support for developing nations as they adapt to the climate crisis.

They will now receive £92 billion a year for adaption – although they will not get it unt

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