Conservative Party

The Prime Minister's speech may have secured plaudits for its delivery but on the biggest long term challenge and opportunity facing the UK she had nothing to say

Prime Minister's conference speech completely ignores environmental issues

The Conservatives are making some encouraging noises on climate action, but are still struggling to seize the opportunity for a fresh post-Brexit vision

Environment Secretary backs net zero plans and insists Britain will retain high standards on environment after leaving the EU - but Conservatives remain divided over best Brexit approach

Environment Secretary argues summer heatwave highlights need for bolder climate action, as reports suggest Home Secretary Sajod Javid wants to roll back environmental rules

New essay collection from centre-right think tank urges government to beef up conservation policies

'An incredible advocate for a greener and more sustainable society'

79 Conservative MPs have previously called for block on new onshore wind, despite polls showing widespread support for new turbines among constituents

'Disastrous decisions' such as Heathrow expansion and rejection of Swansea tidal lagoon spark concern over government direction

Influential Bright Blue think tank argues there is a compelling economic, political, environmental, and legal case for adopting a binding net zero emission target