Queen admits 'One has climate change concerns'

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The Queen reportedly asked Met Office chief scientist if last year's floods were caused by climate change

While Prince Charles has long been known for his campaigning to combat climate change, the Queen has largely kept her own counsel on environmental issues - until now. The Daily Mail has today reported...

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