Transport Secretary hints at even earlier petrol and diesel phase out date

James S Murray
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Grant Shapps tells BBC radio phase out date could come as early as 2032, ahead of meeting with auto industry lobbyists

The government's promised consultation on pulling forward the UK's planned date for ending the sale of petrol and diesel cars and vans could include proposals to complete the phase out by 2032 - three...

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