Tory ministers underscore commitment to green economy

James S Murray
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Greg Barker outlines plans to build on Green Investment Bank success, as Michael Fallon stresses ongoing government support for offshore wind energy

Two leading Conservative ministers have today sought to underline the government's commitment to the green economy, outlining plans to expand the reach of the Green Investment Bank (GIB) and accelerate...

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