Key facts
- MPs warn Britain is unprepared for wildfire risk.
- Calls made for firefighting planes and a ban on disposable barbecues.
MPs warn Britain unprepared for wildfires, call for planes and BBQ bans
IN SHORT
Members of Parliament have warned that Britain is unprepared for the increasing threat of wildfires due to climate change. They are calling for the purchase of firefighting planes and a ban on disposable barbecues to mitigate the risk.
Key Numbers
200military personnel deployed to assist wildfire efforts
1,017wildfires recorded in England and Wales this year
Who's Involved
MPs
warn Britain is unprepared for wildfires and call for new measures
Alistair Carmichael
Efra chairman who called for a cultural shift on fire preparedness
Andy Burnham
Prime Minister who deployed military personnel and banned disposable barbecues
Jonathan Reynolds
Business Secretary who called the measures common-sense
↳ Why This Matters
The increasing frequency and severity of wildfires pose a significant risk to public safety, property, and the environment in the UK. The calls for new firefighting capabilities and restrictions on activities like barbecues highlight a growing concern over the nation's preparedness for climate change impacts.