UK accused of trying to undermine EU air pollution targets

Leaked papers reveal that Tory MEPs were told to support a 'get-out clause' in proposed new Europe-wide laws

The British government has been accused of trying to secretly undermine new EU air pollution targets in favour of big business, as leaked papers reveal that Conservative MEPs were told to support a "get-out clause" in proposed laws.

Legislation designed to force member states to strictly limit the emission of sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and ammonia by 2030 is currently being scrutinised in Brussels.