Article 3PE2C Michael Gove leading plan to ban sale of new hybrid cars by 2040

Michael Gove leading plan to ban sale of new hybrid cars by 2040

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Adam Vaughan
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Environment secretary favours the move but it is hotly contested within government

Michael Gove is spearheading plans to halt the sale of new hybrid cars by 2040 to help tackle UK air pollution, Whitehall sources have said.

Ministers have been battling privately over whether or not to ban hybrids to strengthen the government's policy of banning new diesel vehicles in 22 years time.

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