Politics

'UK business stands squarely behind the government's commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050'

As speculation continues over whether Theresa May will deliver a new net zero goal for the UK economy, all the candidates to replace her - bar one - publicly back new 2050 target

Tory leadership frontrunner becames latest candidate to make case for bolder climate action, arguing private sector can make the UK the world's 'cleanest, greenest economy'

Long term net zero target looks set to be tabled next week, but previously banked emissions savings could yet be used

Theresa May will push back against cost warnings and bring in net zero emissions goal before her successor takes over in Downing Street, reports suggest

Data showing increase was released late, in defiance of a senate order, but leaked to a major newspaper, leading to accusations of contempt of parliament

The UK is at a crucial political crossroads between state-led investment and market based intervention, argues Aurora Energy Research

FT reports net zero legislation could be tabled next week, as Chancellor privately warns of costs 'well in excess of a trillion pounds'

As Boris Johnson confirms he would deliver a net zero emission target as PM, Labour calls for government to correct the record on its projected failure to meet future carbon goals

President reveals he had "a great conversation" with Prince Charles about climate change, as he again rejects climate science