By Richard Black Environment correspondent, BBC News 16 September 2010

The UK needs to prepare itself quickly to deal with the impacts of climate change, government advisers warn.

The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) says climate effects are already being felt in the UK in the form of higher temperatures and changing seasons.

Using land more sensibly, adapting buildings and planning for emergencies are areas where it recommends action.

Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman describes the CCC’s adaptation report as “a wake-up call”.

“There is no part of our society which is immune from the effects of climate change,” she is due to say in a speech on Thursday.

“Britain’s economy will only be as resilient and prepared as British firms, communities and infrastructure.”

Extreme weatherThis is the first time the CCC has looked into how homes, businesses and authorities should be changing in order to deal with climate impacts…… continue reading @ http://bbc.in/aJVRtQ