UK Court Upholds Government's Climate Adaptation Plan

Campaigners lose legal challenge claiming the plan fails to protect vulnerable communities from climate change impacts.

The High Court ruled that the UK's National Adaptation Programme is lawful, dismissing claims it inadequately addresses climate risks.
Kevin Jordan, who lost his home to coastal erosion, and Doug Paulley, a disability activist, were among the claimants challenging the plan.
Friends of the Earth, co-claimant in the case, criticized the plan as insufficient and is considering an appeal.
The claimants argued the plan breached human rights and equality laws by not addressing specific risks to vulnerable groups.
The court found the government had considered delivery risks and equality impacts, supporting the plan's legality.