In brief | 8 July '24
Reuters:
- Left-wing bloc comes first but no majority in parliament
- Macron's centrists second, far-right RN in third place
- Unexpected outcome leaves France in limbo before Olympics
Energynews:
French energy policy diverges sharply between the visions of the Rassemblement National, Renaissance and Nouveau Front Populaire. Each proposes distinct approaches to nuclear power, renewable energies and energy sovereignty.
The Guardian:
Comprehensive security pact with EU would allow UK to work more closely with bloc on issues such as defence, energy, and climate, foreign secretary David Lammy says, adding new goverernment wants to bring “an end to the Brexit era.”
UK Dept for Energy:
Starmer government lifts onshore wind ban, with energy secretary David Miliband it "a symbol of bad decisions in the last 14 years."
The Guardian:
EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service says results a ‘large and continuing shift’ in the climate.
Melissa & Chris Bruntlett:
The latest act: turning the derelict area below the U1 viaduct—once filled with parked cars—into a test site for greening, seating and rolling.
