Treasury

Industry figures give their thoughts on the proposals unveiled by the Chancellor today

Measures to drive investment, boost manufacturing, and £200m support for Green Deal announced, although green groups left unimpressed

Green groups fearful as Osborne prepares to announce road-building, carbon tax breaks and delay to fuel duty increase

Alexander promises "flying start" for Green Deal energy efficiency scheme

Ministers also expected to confirm start date for Renewable Heat Incentive

Chancellor confirms £100m will support Scottish renewables with remaining £100m going towards Green Investment Bank

Government set to offer rebates to energy-intensive industries next month in a bid to lessen impact of carbon floor price

But response to Commons Energy Committee downplays prospect of offshore shale gas extraction

New figures show environmental taxes have fallen as a proportion of overall tax burden