Tim Farron: Green economy will remain Lib Dem priority under new leadership

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Baroness Kramer selected to lead on green economy issues in new Parliamentary Campaigns team

Tim Farron has confirmed the green economy will remain a campaign priority for the Liberal Democrats, just weeks after he was elected as the party's new leader. Former transport minister Baroness Susan...

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