'Quiet sense of pride': Large majority of Brits back ambitious climate action

James Murray
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'Quiet sense of pride': Large majority of Brits back ambitious climate action

Poll of over 7,000 people reveals strong support for clean energy, nature restoration, and climate action - but a deep disillusionment with politics and the cost of living remains

The vast majority of the British public are concerned about climate change and proud of the UK's efforts to tackle it, according to a new landmark survey of more than 7,000 people. Produced by think...

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