Tories urged to tackle reputation for 'weakness' on climate change

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Polling reveals Tories need to embrace greener policies if they are to appeal to younger voters

The Conservative Party Conference kicked off in Manchester over the weekend with a warning the party will struggle to appeal to voters under 40 unless it takes a stronger line on environmental issues....

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