NI environment minister in climate change denial row


11:35 pm - September 5th 2008

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Nortern Ireland – The Environment Minister Sammy Wilson has angered green campaigners by describing their view on climate change as a “hysterical psuedo-religion”.

In an article in the News Letter, Mr Wilson said he believed it occurred naturally and was not man-made.

“Resources should be used to adapt to the consequences of climate change, rather than King Canute-style vainly trying to stop it,” said the minister.

Peter Doran of the Green Party said it was a “deeply irresponsible message.”

… continued at BBC News

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Bravo, Mr. Wilson. Stick to your beliefs.


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