Conservative Party

Chancellor's father-in-law lists reasons why UK fracking will struggle to emulate the US, but insists that government should continue to pursue shale gas by focusing on northern areas with 'the worst historical scars'

City financier calls on government not to ignore energy security after instability in eastern Europe

As survey highlights entrenched public opposition to fracking and political criticism of wind farms intensifies, the UK's energy security goals are under fire

In responding to the UKIP threat by attacking wind farms, the Conservatives risk ending up with an incoherent energy strategy

Senior Liberal Democrats warn coalition partner's pledge will hit investor confidence and push up costs of meeting green energy goals

Michael Fallon says there is enough wind constructed and in the planning system to meet 2020 renewables targets

MEPs back new laws to crack down on plastic bags, despite opposition from Conservative MEPs

RenewableUK warns decision to extend recovery powers is a "costly mistake", as new report warns Tory wind farm cap would push up costs of decarbonisation

Grant Shapps gives clearest indication yet that Tory manifesto will include commitment to shift wind energy development offshore

Labour's Julie Elliott argues that investors desperately needs to see a consistent line on energy policy from the government