LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE

UK Parliament Backs 87 Percent Emissions Cut as Government Deepens Electrification Drive

Alongside the formal emissions target, lawmakers say the new carbon budget reflects a broader push toward rapid electrification across transport, industry, and energy systems. The policy is designed to align long-term climate goals with efforts to strengthen energy security and reduce exposure to volatile fossil fuel markets.

26 June 2026 · 22:04 UTC