Scott Morrison calls for ‘calm’ on climate change

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has called for calm as debate rages about the link between the bushfire crisis and climate change. Mr Morrison acknowledged concerns many Australians have voiced as smoke blankets Sydney and fires continue to burn in New South Wales. The prime minister downplayed divisions within his party over action on climate change after MP Jason Falinski said there needs to be more ambitious action on the global stage when it comes to Australias emissions targets. "I know how unusual it is to see that haze across my city and I know how distressing that is, particularly for young people who haven't seen that before and that is why I think it is important to have a sense of calm," he said. Mr Morrison insisted Australia is taking meaningful action as he completely rejected a climate index report that showed the nation was last on the leader board. Image: Getty Read More Our Apps