System change

The UK's new monarch: the green king?

Published:  05 May 2023    |      7 minute read
Throughout his life, the UK’s new monarch King Charles III has championed environmental issues and is seen by some as a leading climate advocate, who supports charities and campaigns with global significance. But the monarchy is also a symbol of colonialism. We explore how the two intersect and influence the green credentials of the new king.

How do our court cases work?

Published:  04 Nov 2022    |      5 minute read
In July 2022 Friends of the Earth secured a court victory against the UK government over its economy-wide climate strategy. But what happens in a climate court case? Lawyer Will Rundle gives us a sneak peek behind the scenes.