Chris Grayling

Judge confirms government has not sought permission to appeal, sparking major questions for the UK's wider airport expansion plans - but Heathrow insists it is working to 'fix' the issue raised by the court

UK's climate body confirms net zero target assessment will be published in May, stressing greater effort will be needed to cut aviation emissions

Committee on Climate Change's detailed assessment of road transport policy concludes it is 'insufficient' to deliver legally binding emissions reductions - just as ministers cut EV grants

The Conservatives are making some encouraging noises on climate action, but are still struggling to seize the opportunity for a fresh post-Brexit vision

Friends of the Earth claims decision to build a third runway at Heathrow is unlawful as it fails to take into account the UK's climate change obligations

Ministers publish long-awaited strategy to drive electric vehicle investment, but green groups accuse government of watering down flagship ban on petrol and diesel cars

Can a third runway really be compatible with the UK's climate targets? Depressingly, it looks as if the government has zero interest in finding out

Government slammed as Commons statement confirming backing for third runway fails to mention climate change

Transport secretary will set out proposals amid growing rift over expansion scheme

Ministers should tell the auto industry it has confidence in their R&D efforts - a ban on new hybrids from 2040 is eminently achievable