This could be our last chance to improve the Climate Bill before it becomes law.

I've just heard that Minister Alan Kelly will debate changes to the Climate Bill with a committee of key TDs in just 7 days time.

Please tell Minister Kelly to strengthen the Bill.

Alan Kelly has told the Dáil he is considering possible amendments to the draft law. We need to make sure the changes aren't just window dressing, that they actually make the law stronger, by clearly indicating how much we plan to reduce emissions by 2050, by ensuring that the independence of the Expert Advisory Body is explicitly guaranteed and by committing to climate justice as a guiding principle.

Tell Alan Kelly to act now.

The Minister must also keep his promise to have the Bill through parliament and passed into law before the summer break. It's almost three months since the draft law was first debated in the Dáil and we're still waiting for the Government's proposed changes. Time is ticking and the crucial UN summit in Paris is now less than six months away. Countries like Ireland, with high emissions and higher historical responsibility, have to demonstrate a credible commitment to climate action if we are to build the trust required for a global deal in Paris.

The only thing that has kept the Climate Bill on track to become law at all is the continuous pressure from campaigners like you. We need one last push to make it strong enough to help deliver the low carbon future it promises. Please sign the petition now and share it with your friends.

Thank you.

Oisín and the Friends of the Earth team

P.S. We've partnered with Avaaz for this last push on the Climate Bill to reach as many people as possible, please do share the petition on social media.