House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee

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The Environmental Audit Committee looks at the environmental impact of all government departments and non-departmental public bodies. Established in 1997 as part of the incoming Labour government's manifesto it audits performance against any sustainable development and environmental protection targets.

Unlike most select committees, the Committee’s remit cuts across government rather than focuses on the work of a particular government department. [1]


Activities

In the 2005-2010 Parliament, the Committee’s programme included inquiries on climate change and environmental fiscal measures (‘green taxation’), as well as sustainable development and environmental protection. [2]

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Joan Walley MP was elected by the House to be the Chair of the Environmental Audit Committee on Wednesday 9 June 2010. The remaining members were appointed to the Committee on 26 July 2010.

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  1. House of Commons Select Committees Environmental Audit Committee - role
  2. House of Commons Select Committees Environmental Audit Committee - role
  3. House of Commons Select Committees, Environmental Audit Committee - membership, accessed 10 November 2010.