Researchers say dropping net zero could cost Labour support
New research warns that Labour could lose support elsewhere if it weakens its climate commitments to win back voters from Reform UK.
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What happened
New research warns that Labour could lose support elsewhere if it weakens its climate commitments to win back voters from Reform UK. The researchers identified affordable public transport as one measure that could strengthen public support for climate policy.
Why it matters
According to the research, weakening climate commitments could cost Labour support in other areas.
Coverage
- Abandoning net zero could backfire on Labour, new research warns (The National Tribune)
- Abandoning net zero could backfire on Labour, new research warns (envirotecmagazine.com)
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