Survey: Over half of firms favouring banks with stronger green credentials

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UK firms are the most confident in Europe about Britain’s sustainable finance credentials, but support is tested by challenging economic climate

More than half of companies believe the UK is a global leader in sustainable finance, according to a new survey of 500 British business leaders which reveals that while UK businesses are in favour of greener...

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