Pembrokeshire Friends of the Earth recently hosted a film screening which calls for urgent governmental action on the climate crisis.

The film screening and discussion, was held at the Bloomfield Centre in Narberth, calling for more action to address the serious problems of climate change and damage to the natural environment.

The film shown featured Chris Packham introducing presentations by a variety of experts, from climate scientists to the military, who are urging the Government to launch a national response to the crises of climate change and the dramatic decline in wildlife by showing the same leadership as in World War 2 and during the financial crisis.

They have established the National Emergency Briefing organisation to take this forward.

A Pembrokeshire Friends of the Earth spokesperson said: “Extremes of weather, such as the increased rainfall we are experiencing, is just the beginning. If urgent action is not taken, the impacts of climate and nature breakdown will further damage health and food systems, infrastructure, national security and economic stability.

“This crisis is more serious and immediate than many understand. There is strong evidence that bold, urgent action will improve lives and livelihoods, but the window of opportunity is narrowing as we delay.

“We need emergency legislation to drive a rapid reduction in climate changing emissions whilst investing to adapt to a more dangerous climate. Evidence shows that such action will create jobs and improve lives.”

Friends of the Earth is the world's most extensive grassroots network working for environmental justice - that means ensuring a fair share for everyone now and in the future while looking after our planet.

As well as campaigning on local issues, Pembrokeshire Friends of the Earth has supported many FoE national and international campaigns over the years.

You can find out more about the Pembrokeshire branch at: https://www.foepembrokeshire.org.uk