Leaders' debate: Johnson and Corbyn warn of 'colossal', 'massive' climate issue

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Environmental issues get only a fleeting mention in largely underwhelming TV debate between the two men vying to be the next Prime Minister

The climate crisis received only a brief mention in the first TV debate of the election campaign last night, as just one question on the topic was reserved for the 'quick fire' round at the end of the...

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