CBI: New 'mindset' needed to deliver effective Emissions Reduction Plan

James Murray
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Employers' body sets out recommendations for a government decarbonisation plan that can bolster competitiveness while tackling climate risks

The CBI has this week published a major new report calling on the government to ensure its upcoming Emissions Reduction Plan provides a "clear and long-term framework" so businesses can invest in delivering...

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