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Labour MPs warn against weakening electric vehicle targets ahead of crunch talks

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Andy Burnham category. Published on November 11, 2026 • Originally reported by Kiran StaceyPolicy editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Exclusive: Cutting 2030 goal would be a ‘step backwards’, say MPs, as ministers clash over proposed reductions

Labour MPs are urging the government not to weaken its electric vehicle targets as divided cabinet ministers prepare for a crunch meeting on Thursday to thrash out a compromise.

Members of the climate and nature crisis caucus (CNCC) say ministers must not water down a legal requirement for carmakers to ensure that 80% of the vehicles they sell in 2030 are electric, saying doing so would be a backward step and “shortsighted”.

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