
Seven Sisters, the South Downs, wikimedia
There are many good reasons for Britain to remain a member of the European Union. In a fast-changing world we need international rules to control big business and finance, and to ensure that people’s rights are protected – at work and as consumers. We also need to work across borders to meet global challenges – like the refugee crisis – head on.
But, for all the advantages of EU membership, none stand out quite so clearly as the European Union’s role in protecting our environment.