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Iwi Leader Mike Smith Asks UN to Intervene Before Government Introduces New Climate Law

The 125-page complaint says the bill would block tort claims, undermine access to court and reflect corporate lobbying.

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Climate activist and iwi leader Mike Smith has requested the United Nations "intervene urgently" before legislation is introduced preventing companies from being sued over damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions.

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Iwi leader Mike Smith asks UN to intervene before Government introduces new climate law

By Lillian Hanly of RNZ Climate activist and iwi leader Mike Smith has requested the United Nations “intervene urgently” before legislation is introduced...

·Auckland, New Zealand
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