MPs ask businesses to decide the topic of the next environment and nature inquiry

The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has put out a call for businesses to select the future topic for their inquiry, which can be on climate change, the environment or nature. The cross-party group of MPs are keen to hear suggestions from agri-tech businesses about role of the sector in achieving environmental and nature policy goals. The committee are looking for short proposals for topics they could focus on, and then 10 individuals will be invited to pitch their proposal to the committee in a public session. The winning proposal will become the committee’s next new inquiry. The selected inquiry will not only investigate the chosen subject in depth, but will also gather evidence from businesses, experts and policymakers, ultimately producing a report with recommendations for government action.

This is a rare opportunity for businesses to influence policy discussions in a topic of their choosing. It offers a platform for businesses to highlight challenges, share innovative solutions, and encourage government and parliament to address the barriers to progress.

The deadline for proposals is 10 October.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity to submit a proposal to the inquiry, or you’re curious about how committee inquiries work, please contact lauren.atkins@gkstrategy.com.

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