London Marathon: International competitors to be charged climate levy
International competitors in the London Marathon will be charged a £26 climate levy as part of efforts to make the race net zero by 2030.
London Marathon Events (LME) said the funds will be used to pay carbon removal company CUR8 to pull 280 tonnes of CO2 from the air.
Organisers said they were being "more ambitious" on climate targets.
Quite right too, but surely an even more ambitious approach would be a requirement that all international competitors should run all the way to London shortly before the race.
I hope no competitor is allowed to wear clothing or footwear derived from oil-based products. Nothing made from fibres processed using fossil fuels either, so no cotton, wool or linen. That just leaves fur and wooden clogs or bast shoes I suppose. Should be more entertaining than usual.
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I also look forward to a similar levy being charged to all attendees at the COP jamborees. Those private jets should raise a good deal, and I'm sure the participants would all agree to a really hefty charge. Maybe the mediaeval idea of tithing could make a comeback. A tenth of the organisation's income over the past year. If supporters really value their spokespersons, they will be happy to send more money to keep the organisation afloat.
Sam - I wonder if they take note of the ridicule COP jamborees attract? It's all so tawdry, but the money, business opportunities and hotel room shenanigans are probably what keep it going.
They shouldn't be allowed to run on tarmac made from oil.
Of course, all that heavy breathing should be taxed as well, especially the hot air from the Mare of London!
dearieme - good point, the Just Stop Roads folk should have something to say about that.
Scrobs - panting is too suggestive anyway, it has so many possible interpretations.
To some people if something is fun it is a sin. If it is a sin then it is another opportunity for taxation.
Some people are miserable and want to spend my money how they want. All for the purposes of advancing their religious/moral/political aims.
DJ - and even wishing to hold on to your money is a sin in their eyes.
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