Barnaby Joyce says Nationals won’t commit to net zero carbon emissions without seeing ‘menu’
by Sarah Martin Chief political correspondent from on (#5MAMM)
Deputy PM says push towards 2050 target is like being served sauteed gherkins and sashimi tadpoles' at a restaurant
The deputy prime minister, Barnaby Joyce, says the Nationals want to see how much a 2050 net zero carbon emissions commitment would cost, likening the policy decision to ordering an uncosted meal in a restaurant.
Joyce, who told the Australian Financial Review there was zero" chance of the party room supporting the net zero commitment ahead of the Glasgow climate summit in November, said he was still open to considering the move, but needed more information.
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