EU warns UK risks trade barriers if it seeks to dilute environmental standards
As environmental issues look set to play central role in election campaign, Michel Barnier warns any attempt to undercut EU rules will draw a 'proportionate' response
Whichever party forms the next government will face the same pressures to ensure UK environmental standards are maintained and strengthened in line with EU rules. That was the stark warning delivered...
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