Citizens' summit to discuss climate

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He was speaking at the first Climate Change Citizens' Summit in London.

The summit is part of the draft Climate Change Bill consultation, which Defra said will help government design policy to maximise positive individual behaviour on climate change and to drive awareness, information and debate on the issue.

Mr Miliband said: "This event breaks new ground in the way government talks to the public about climate change. This is essential because if we are going to tackle it head on, we need everyone on board and everyone having their say.

"I am keen to find out what people really think about climate change, how they are prepared to change their behaviour to tackle it and how government, business and consumers can work together to reduce CO2 emissions.

"All the evidence suggests that when people feel involved they are more likely to think about the impact of their own behaviour.

"I hope this summit will encourage people to take action."

During the summit, a representative sample of 150 people, recruited from six locations around the country will be asked to discuss topical questions.

Defra said the draft bill would be subject to a full public consultation alongside pre-legislative scrutiny in Parliament.