Ian Pearson, an environment minister, said Britons must prepare to bid farewell to their lawns, as global warming is turning verdant swards into dried-up dust-bowls.

环境大臣伊恩·皮尔森(Ian Pearson)表示，英国人必须准备同他们的草坪说再见了，因为全球变暖正将翠绿的草地变成干燥的尘球。

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Last week, Treasury minister Ian Pearson said he would hold all banks' "feet to the fire" to ensure customers were treated fairly.

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Ian Pearson, Mr Robinson's parliamentary aide while he was in office, also said it was inconceivable Downing Street was behind the rumours.

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Security Minister Ian Pearson described the attacks as an "affront to democracy".

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