UK poised to water down 2030 EV sales targets after industry and union pressure

UK poised to water down 2030 EV sales targets after industry and union pressure

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Keir Starmer ready to overrule Ed Miliband after warnings manufacturers would be penalised and jobs put at risk The UK government is poised to water down its 2030 targets for electric vehicle sales after intensive lobbying by the car industry and unions. The government is preparing to consult on les

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