Localgov Mayor of London Urges Global Action Against Climate Disinformation
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- •65% of Londoners believe climate disinformation is widespread on social media.
- •Mayor Khan warns that misinformation undermines public trust and delays climate action.
- •Khan calls for global cooperation to combat climate disinformation.
At COP31, Mayor Sadiq Khan highlighted that 65% of Londoners perceive climate disinformation as prevalent on social media. He warned that such misinformation undermines public trust and delays necessary climate action. Khan called for international cooperation to combat these falsehoods, citing London's experience with disinformation during the expansion of its Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). He emphasized the importance of supporting independent research, like a study linking cleaner air to improved lung growth in children. The Mayor's remarks aim to galvanize global leaders to address the issue and enhance public confidence in climate initiatives.
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2026-11-12
Mayor Khan speaks at COP31
Mayor Sadiq Khan addressed global leaders at COP31, urging action against climate disinformation.
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What specific actions is the Mayor proposing?
Mayor Khan is calling for global cooperation to combat climate disinformation and enhance public trust.
How does climate disinformation affect public health?
Misinformation can delay necessary actions that improve health, create jobs, and protect the environment.
What evidence supports the Mayor's claims?
Khan referenced a study linking cleaner air from ULEZ to improved lung growth in children.