Fury over Reeves’ climate climbdown – Politics Weekly UK

Politics Weekly UK

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🗓️ 30 January 2025

⏱️ 33 minutes

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In her big plan to get the economy growing again the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has prioritised growth over almost everything else. But at what cost? John Harris speaks to the Labour MP Clive Lewis about concerns that climate action is taking a back seat. Plus, the columnist Gaby Hinsliff talks us through whether the party’s quest for growth will work Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

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