Autumn Statement 2014: The green business wishlist

Will Nichols
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Leading figures in the green economy outline what path the Chancellor should take in today's economic update

Today's Autumn Statement has been preceded by a spate of infrastructure announcements, with ministers confirming £2.3bn to stiffen UK flood defences and a £15bn road expansion programme. A £100m garden...

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