Taxation

Prime Minister touts clean energy, shale gas and HS2 projects to help boost economy in North of England

Solar Energy Industries Association says Chinese firms should create fund for US companies in return for Washington removing import levies

Prime Minister confirms details of tax on fossil fuels and announces nuclear levy

England joins its progressive neighbours in confirming a five pence charge for plastic carrier bags

Prime Minister tells schoolchildren discussions are underway in Number 10 about introducing plastic bag charging for England

Chancellor hails renewables as being "an increasingly important part of the energy mix", as he also stresses the importance of maximising oil and gas production

Officials meet industry representative 19 times in less than 10 months to discuss 'generous' tax regime

Ecology Minister says Prime Minister has approved new climate energy contribution

Environmental groups furious as chancellor sets 30 per cent rate for shale gas producers in bid to enhance UK energy security

Calls for government to act mount after latest figures show plastic bag use in England rose 4.4 per cent last year