Alistair McGowan backs climate and nature crisis film

Mr McGowan, who lives in Ludlow and serves as patron of the Ludlow Fringe Festival, is supporting a screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing, a 50-minute film exploring the climate and nature crisis, at Ludlow Methodist Church on Saturday 6th June 2026 at 4pm.

The film brings together scientists, experts, members of the public and TV presenter Chris Packham to discuss the latest climate science and its implications for communities.

Mr McGowan said: "This is a fabulous chance to find out what you may be doing, unwittingly, to make the problems worse and what you can do, easily, to help make things better – for you, for your children, for the local area and for the wider world."

The screening is part of a wider UK programme aimed at informing the public and policymakers about the realities of the climate and nature emergency.

It comes at a time when communities in and around Ludlow are grappling with the effects of winter flooding, declining biodiversity and threats to food security.

A previous screening of the film, hosted by Ludlow 21 at the Blue Boar on May 5, was to a packed room of members and local policy makers.

Feedback revealed that more than 70 per cent of attendees said they are 'extremely worried' about climate and nature loss, with many expecting major disruption to their lives within the next decade.

Organisers of the June 6 event said it is designed to foster constructive public discussion and invite community action.

Attendees are encouraged to stay for a structured conversation after the film, which will explore what the crisis means for the local area and how residents can respond.

The event is intended as a 'civic space' to bring together residents, community leaders and decision-makers.

Tickets are free, but advance registration is encouraged.

Local MPs, councillors and other influential people have also been invited to attend.