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Is this Sunak's 'moment of shame'?
Sep 20, 2023
Former energy minister Zac Goldsmith accuses Chancellor Rishi Sunak of a 'moment of shame' due to plans to water down green policies, resulting in a press conference to address the leak. The podcast discusses the environmental, economic, and political impact of these changes, including tensions within the Tory party and legal action. Concerns are raised about the implications for businesses and the difficulty and cost of delaying the net zero commitment. The hosts also analyze the complexities of political ideologies in relation to climate issues.
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- The government's retreat from green policies risks undermining the UK's position as a leader in tackling climate change and may impact the country's ability to attract green investments.
- The government's decision to modify net zero commitments and delay certain green policies has raised concerns about the cost of living crisis and the burden on households, potentially hindering job creation and investment in green industries.
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Watering down net zero commitments and its impact on government policy
The government's retreat from key green policies has sparked concerns about the impact on investment, business, and economic growth. The decision to delay the off-gas grid fossil fuel ban, relax the gas boiler phase-out, and postpone new energy efficiency regulations on homes has drawn criticism from various sectors, including energy companies and automotive industries. The move has been seen as anti-growth and a potential setback in achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The government's decision has also been questioned in terms of its economic impact, potential job losses, and damage to investor confidence.
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