Stick with net zero targets for good of economy, businesses urge next PM

Groups representing Unilever and Amazon say long-term targets will boost investment and provide jobs

Business groups representing Amazon, Coca-Cola, Unilever and Lloyds Banking Group have all called on Conservative leadership contenders to protect the net zero target for the good of the economy.

There have been fears that the leadership election could cause the UK's climate commitments to be ditched, as at least two contenders have said they would pause the emissions targets.