Source · Select Committees · Environmental Audit Committee
Recommendation 42
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Articulate clear measures in Antarctic strategy to reinforce UK's role safeguarding Treaty provisions.
Recommendation
Furthermore, we recommend that the Government articulate clear measures in its forthcoming Antarctic strategy to reinforce the UK’s role in safeguarding the Treaty’s provisions. This should include enhanced diplomatic engagement, strengthened environmental monitoring mechanisms, and collaboration with international partners to uphold the integrity of the mining ban. (Recommendation, Paragraph 193) Tourism in Antarctica
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 11 September 2025. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗