Andrea Leadsom promises 'stronger, greener' UK as government readies Environment Bill

Michael Holder
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Landmark Environment Bill is set to be tabled in Parliament today, but concerns remain over strength of green targets and regulatory enforcement

Business Secretary Andrea Leadsom has promised to build a "stronger, greener United Kingdom" and "back business to the hilt" after Brexit, as the government geared up to unveil full details of its flagship...

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