The event was hosted by the Royal Society on 7 October at Carlton House Terrace, London, and was convened to inform the Well-Adapted UK (WAUK) Report, being developed by the Climate Change Committee (CCC) as part of the UK’s Fourth Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA4). The workshop brought together 40 researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to explore how the UK can better understand, prioritise, and respond to climate risks that originate beyond its borders.
Discussions focused on five key areas:
- Food security
- Trade and supply chains
- Health
- Finance
- Migration
The note highlights the main themes, insights, and recommendations that emerged from the workshop, including opportunities for further research and action.