Sunak’s new Net Zero policy: Are the Tories turning a lighter shade of green?
This Is Why
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4.0 • 552 Ratings
🗓️ 20 September 2023
⏱️ 25 minutes
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Summary
As net zero sceptics cheered there was criticism from some in the car industry and the more environmentally minded Conservative politicians.
On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson is joined by our science correspondent Thomas Moore and Politico’s UK editor Jack Blanchard for their analysis and a deeper look at what it all means politically, as well as for voters, industry and climate change.
Senior podcast producer: Annie Joyce
Podcast promotion producer: David Chipakupaku
Editor: Wendy Parker
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| 1:23.5 | Well it certainly feels like we're a long way from the days of David Cameron hugging a husky. |
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