Treasury promises green finance is a 'top priority' despite Brexit

Michael Holder
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City Minister and Economic Secretary to the Treasury Simon Kirby says he sees UK as global leader in green bonds market

Leveraging global green finance towards a low carbon economy remains a "top priority" for the UK despite Brexit heralding a summer of political upheaval, according to City Minister Simon Kirby. Appearing...

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