Will Theresa May emerge as a green business hero or eco-villain?

James Murray
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Little is known about the new Prime Minister's stance on environmental issues, but as green businesses hope for a period of policy stability numerous challenges loom on the horizon

This afternoon Theresa May will be confirmed as the UK's new Prime Minister, rounding off one of the most eventful months in British political history. Less than three weeks after the UK shocked the markets...

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