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During energy questions in the Commons, Coutinho said making "already stringent carbon emission targets even higher" would require a "shift away from meat and dairy" and "less travel".

"I think the church is incredibly stringent with its rules for every day vicars and those lower down the scale about what to do when abuse is reported to you," Mr Morse said.

At the top of his agenda: pushing the Environmental Protection Agency to give the green light on waivers so that the state’s more stringent vehicle emissions standards can take effect.

However, California residents had lower chemical levels compared to the rest of the U.S., possibly due to more stringent environmental regulations and consumer awareness, according to researchers.

While his coach is calling for more stringent officiating on plays made on the Chargers’ quarterback, Herbert is taking the hard hits in stride, noting that although he would “love to be able to get more calls,” he won’t take in-game discussions or embellishments too far.