Labour beats Tories as green groups rank manifestos based on climate pledges

Labour’s plans for climate and nature have scored four times higher than the Conservatives, according to an analysis of party manifestos carried out by green groups.

But the green groups are still calling on all political parties to strengthen their green policy packages if elected. But the party did not commit to the scale of funding needed for greener farming, cheaper public transport, or to upgrade cold, carbon-leaking homes as fast as is needed, it added. Both also suggest they are prepared to borrow more to fund home energy efficiency upgrades, the switch to electric heating and nature restoration – all of which would create thousands of new jobs across the UK and in many instances reduce the cost of living and increase economic growth, the green groups said.

Rebecca Newsom, Greenpeace UK’s head of politics, said: “While the Greens and Lib Dems showcase what can be done to deliver a green and prosperous future with enough political will, it’s the stark chasm between the two main parties that’s most telling.

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