Jeremy Hunt’s green policy gap
The Chancellor has criticised Joe Biden’s plan for green growth, but has failed to present an alternative plan for Britain.
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The Chancellor has criticised Joe Biden’s plan for green growth, but has failed to present an alternative plan for Britain.
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