The UK climate and nature bill, initiated by Liberal Democrat MP Roz Savage, is likely to fail after Labour MPs were instructed to oppose it due to negotiations falling apart. Labour's demands to eliminate clauses making the bill's targets legally binding are the primary sticking points. Despite support from many Labour MPs and crucial climate charities, whose endorsements emphasize the bill's importance in addressing environmental crises, government whips intend to ensure the bill doesn't progress. This situation reflects political maneuvering and the complexities of legislative support for environmental reforms in the UK.
Supporters of the bill believed this was too big a compromise and would make the bill largely pointless. They sought to negotiate again with Labour whips.
Another possibility would be a three-line whip to vote against the bill, leaving any rebels at risk of disciplinary action, including losing the party whip.
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