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Labour MPs Warn Against Weakening 2030 Electric Vehicle Targets

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Labour MPs in the climate caucus are urging ministers to protect the 80% EV sales target for 2030.

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Cabinet ministers are divided, with Jonathan Reynolds pushing for 50% and Heidi Alexander backing 60%.

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Louise Haigh is mediating the dispute, with a final compromise likely landing between 60% and 65%.

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Backbenchers from industrial seats argue a lower target is needed to protect manufacturing jobs.

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