Canals have vital role to play in UK’s climate resilience, says charity

The Shropshire Union canal running through Wheaton Aston. Photograph: Gary Calton/The Observer

Protecting the UK’s canals is crucial for improving the nation’s resilience to climate change, campaigners have said.

A report by the Canal & River Trust charity found canals could play a “critical role” in biodiversity, decarbonisation and climate adaptation.