Sadiq Khan boards train to Cop26 and urges leaders to 'take action now'

The video emphasizes the urgent need for governments to take immediate action on climate change, rather than setting distant targets for 2040 or 2050. It highlights the recent climate-related challenges faced in London, such as flooding and heatwaves, and stresses the importance of addressing these issues now to prevent further consequences.

What does the speaker mean by 'kicking the can down the road'?

What specific events in London this summer are referenced in the text?