UK urged to maintain close ties with EU on climate and energy policy

Michael Holder
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Green Alliance calls for rethink on role of European Court of Justice post-Brexit, and for UK to maintain access to energy market

The UK must maintain close collaboration with the EU on climate, energy and product standards post-Brexit or risk harming the green economy and pushing up electricity bills for consumers, Green Alliance...

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