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Recommendation 11
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We welcome the stated aim of delivering an in-person summit and agree that this would...
Recommendation
We welcome the stated aim of delivering an in-person summit and agree that this would allow for the most effective engagement with the widest number of countries— particularly those most at risk of climate impacts. However, the Government must also plan for the distinct possibility that large parts of the summit will have to be moved online or downscaled because of prevailing risks from covid-19. We recommend it outlines the steps it is taking during planning to make COP26 a success regardless of the format. We further welcome the intention to explore how digital events can increase participation in the summit and request further details as they become available.
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The government response discusses the COP26 President's liaison regarding recess dates, failing to address the recommendation to outline steps for COP26 success regardless of format or provide details on digital events.
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HM Government · verbatim extract
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23. We have Delivery Frameworks in place with all Delivery Partners including other Government Departments, Police Scotland and the Scottish Government, which provides a collective and consistent view on delivery governance. This governance will work to ensure successful operational delivery of COP26. We are considering robust contingency plans for the range of COVID-19 scenarios so we can rapidly adapt, if it were to prove necessary.
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