How UKIP's dubious toaster traumas will lead to higher bills and emissions for everyone

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Eco-design rules have slashed energy use and bills across the EU, but, warns Andrew Warren, now Brexiteers' myths appear to have demolished hopes of further progress

Last Tuesday, the College of European Commissioners formally abandoned its plans to place energy labels or eco-design requirements upon a range of electricity consuming products, including hot drink vending...

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