National Emergency Briefing

About the Film

The People's Emergency Briefing is being shown at physical screening events around the country, each followed by a facilitated conversation. Here is a selection of reviews from those attending and from screening hosts.

"This was the kind of messaging I’ve been hoping to see for a long time. It’s authoritative, digestible, psychologically realistic, savvy, and caring. Even funny in places, if you’ll believe me."

Sally Moss, LinkedIn

"Our faith compels us to speak up on matters of justice and morality and by joining this initiative we can play our part in calling for the government to take the action that is urgently needed”

Rt Rev John Arnold, Bishop of Salford

“It is quite honestly the most exciting, community-led, climate and nature organising effort I've ever been a part of. I attended my first one on Saturday and the film was incredible. “

Prof Paul Behrens, LinkedIn

“I’ll be honest — I’m sceptical of climate doom-mongering… But this film is different. Really different…. Stark facts, yes. But also a genuine sense of agency and even optimism... If you get the chance to attend a screening, I’d strongly encourage it.”

Peter Harker, LinkedIn

“This film isn't designed to sow fear, it is about hope.

It's about knowledge as power and the opportunity for grown-up conversations so that our political leaders can no longer pretend it's business as usual, bow to industry lobbyists and vested interests and kick the can on decisions that affect our very survival through this decade and beyond. “

“This film isn't designed to sow fear, it is about hope.

Sarah Daly, LinkedIn

“It felt uplifting, empowering, engaging, revitalising, informative. It left me wanting to double down on my own efforts and reminded me to do it together, not alone 🤲”

Ali Fisher, LinkedIn

“I was over the moon that my mum asked me how to put a link in an email. She wanted to send an email round her village about it.

That’s what collective action looks like.”

Rob Cooper, LinkedIn

“…a masterclass in public communications…

Somehow, it’s peppered with hope without feeling glib, occasionally witty without being gimmicky, and harrowing without leaving you fully numb…

This film’s brilliance lies in the simple fact that it is harder to ignore than it is to respond to.”

“…a masterclass in public communications…

Somehow, it’s peppered with hope without feeling glib, occasionally witty without being gimmicky, and harrowing without leaving you fully numb…

This film’s brilliance lies in the simple fact that it is harder to ignore than it is to respond to.”

Lucy Gavaghan, 'Now then, Sheffield'

“We are asking churches up and down the country to host, support and participate in screenings, so that every community has the opportunity to hear the facts and be part of the response”

Hannah Mann, Church of England

"From the moment of arrival, it was an immersive participatory experience where everyone seemed keen to embrace the moment, to connect, and to inspire one another.”

Sylvia Davies, LinkedIn

“It's not abstract. It's not party political. And most importantly, it's not bleak… I am so filled with hope after seeing just how many events have been lined up across the country. This really could be a tipping point.”

“It's not abstract. It's not party political. And most importantly, it's not bleak… I am so filled with hope after seeing just how many events have been lined up across the country. This really could be a tipping point.”

Paul Riley, LinkedIn

“The Church of England has a clear role in caring for God’s creation and taking prophetic action. With a Christian presence in every community in England, I strongly encourage our churches, chaplaincies and schools to host screenings of this timely and important film.”

Rt Rev Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich

“Simon Oldridge, Nick Oldridge and their team have done an outstanding job of making complex issues understandable, while also offering a route towards positive action.”

Sue Churchill, LinkedIn

“the screening was astonishing… Do whatever you can to join (or host) a screening!”

Bee Rowlatt, LinkedIn

“I highly recommend attending or watching the National Emergency Briefing. It’s both alarming and deeply motivating.”

Katrine Nair, LinkedIn

“I am so delighted that this is happening. I think it’s a significant national moment.”

Rebecca Nestor, co-chair, Climate Psychology Alliance

“This excellent film delivers frank facts about the threats from climate and nature breakdown – but also the enormous benefits if the government leads genuine emergency action to combat them…

I will continue to press the Government to take the climate emergency seriously to create a pathway to a better future.” 

“This excellent film delivers frank facts about the threats from climate and nature breakdown – but also the enormous benefits if the government leads genuine emergency action to combat them…

I will continue to press the Government to take the climate emergency seriously to create a pathway to a better future.” 

Wera Hobhouse MP

“I encourage everyone to watch the film or better still, set up a screening for your community to inform and empower them to lobby for more action on the climate.”

Chit Chong, LinkedIn

About the Westminster event

The National Emergency Briefing took place in November 2025 and has been well received. Below is a selection of responses from those who attended or engaged with the briefing.

“I for one have never attended a more insightful, authoritative or inspiring event.”

Professor Saul Humphrey, Senior Vice President, Chartered Institute of Building

“What stood out most was the shared tone: frank, non-partisan, and rooted in public service. The speakers painted a picture of a country unprepared, but not incapable.”

Royal Meteorological Society, 1/12/25

‘The National Emergency Briefing yesterday was brutally honest, terrifying and urgently needed.’

Suzanne Wise, Chair CPRE London

“Those facts were hard to hear, but I also felt thank goodness, we’re being told it as it is.”

Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg, The Observer, 30/11/25

“Instead of the anxiety and frustration I usually feel around this topic, I felt relief. Finally naming the problem clearly… left me feeling more hopeful than anxious.”

Sarah Flyn, LinkedIn

‘It was shocking, but it also showed a way forward. With immediate policy action we can still avoid the worst. The window is small, but it exists.’

Annabel Nelson, LinkedIn

“Attending the National Emergency Briefing has given me a real understanding of the urgency and horror of the climate challenge, whilst also making me feel hopeful.”

Alex Green, LinkedIn

“The spirit in the hall was one of grounded optimism.”

Ellie Runton, Sussex Green Living

“I absolutely applaud the whole-of-society approach…. It was a sobering event but equally one that should galvanise action.”

Prof. Anusha Shah, Founder & CEO Plan for Earth, Non-Exec Director- Met Office

“This briefing was hands down one of the most compelling two-hour plus chunks of content I’ve ever witnessed.”

Alastair Chisholm, director of policy, CIWEM

"Although this national emergency briefing was focused on Great Britain, it’s a wake-up call that needs to be heard in countries — and newsrooms — around the world."

Covering Climate Now

"Yesterday I sat in Central Hall Westminster for the National Emergency Briefing – and I don’t think I’ll forget it. It wasn’t a usual 'briefing'. It felt like a turning point."

"Yesterday I sat in Central Hall Westminster for the National Emergency Briefing - and I don’t think I’ll forget it. It wasn’t a usual 'briefing'. It felt like a turning point."

Gautier Houel, Founder of The Green Londoner

Endorsements

Lord Deben

Former chair, UK Climate Change Committee - 2012 to 2023

“The National Emergency Briefing could not be more timely. The science is moving fast, and every year the risks become clearer. Britain has led before, and we must lead again - not with words, but with action to protect our people, our prosperity and our children’s future. But first, all policymakers must ensure they are fully informed."

Professor Joanna Haigh CBE

Former president of the Royal Meteorological Society, Professor of Atmospheric Physics and Head of the Department of Physics at Imperial College London

“We face a climate emergency. MPs need to be awake to the risks and ready for action, which is why I ask them to prioritise attending the National Emergency Briefing."

Professor Michael Mann

Presidential Distinguished Professor in the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania

“I urge all policymakers to attend this vital briefing, which brings the latest science from leading experts straight to the people in power. I’d like to see one in every country."

There is clear evidence that urgent action will strengthen our economy, resilience, and quality of life.

The National Emergency Briefing exists to help create a societal tipping point towards the action now required. You can help make it happen.

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