Majority of Tory members oppose Kemi Badenoch's net zero plans

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"A majority of Conservative Party members support Britain's commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050, despite Kemi Badenoch's pledge to scrap landmark climate legislation if the Tories win the next election. In a survey of Tory members, by Professor Tim Bale at Queen Mary University of London, 51 per cent said they back the UK's net zero plans, while 45 per cent said they were opposed."

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The Independent emphasizes on-the-ground reporting across issues from reproductive rights to climate change and technology, funded by reader donations and kept paywall-free. The outlet asserts trust across the American political spectrum and states that donations enable reporters to interview both sides. A survey by Professor Tim Bale at Queen Mary University of London found 51% of Tory members back the UK's net zero plans while 45% opposed them. Among the general public, 69% support the net zero target and 20% oppose it. Plans to repeal the Climate Change Act drew fierce backlash from senior Conservatives.

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