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COP26: UK’s Objectives

Part of Cop26 – in the House of Commons at on 24 February 2021.

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Photo of Virginia Crosbie Virginia Crosbie Conservative, Ynys Môn

I am delighted that, on 1 July, the Minister responsible for science, research and innovation, my hon. Friend Amanda Solloway, will be coming to Anglesey to open an innovation jobs fair I am organising alongside the Menai science park. This event will bring together innovative green businesses such as Moorlights and Beacon biocomposites to showcase their work. The event offers a perfect opportunity to put a spotlight on COP26 for the communities and businesses here in my Ynys Môn Constituency. Will the COP President ensure that there will be resources available to help me do this?

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