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Only 20 of 6,600 Defra Employees Focus on Climate Adaptation Amid Droughts

12 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

A recent freedom of information request has revealed that only 20 out of 6,600 staff members in the UK's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs are dedicated to climate adaptation efforts. This represents a mere 0.3% of the department's workforce, raising concerns about the country's preparedness for cli…
Experts warn that England is 'desperately unprepared' for the impacts of climate change, including critical water shortages.
As climate change continues to threaten ecosystems and human livelihoods, governments worldwide are being scrutinized for their responses. The UK, facing severe heatwaves and droughts, is under pressure to enhance its climate resilience.
The stark disparity between the number of staff dedicated to climate adaptation and the scale of the challenges posed by climate change highlights a significant gap in government priorities. With extreme weather events becoming increasingly common, the lack of resources allocated to climate adaptation initiatives co…

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