Most Conservative MPs support net zero, says Tory environment group

Body representing MPs and peers insists vast majority support climate plans despite vocal backbenchersThe "vast majority" of Conservative MPs support the government's net zero climate plans despite increasingly vocal opposition from a small number of backbenchers, according to a Tory environment group.On Tuesday the Net Zero Scrutiny Group (NZSG) of 19 Conservatives was accused of attempting to derail the government's green agenda, linking it to the cost-of-living crisis and calling for cuts to green taxes and an increase in fossil fuel production. Continue reading...