Why are energy prices a political issue? How could the UK’s journey to net zero affect household bills? And what can the government do to make sure ordinary people feel the benefits?

Amy talks with Chaitanya Kumar, Head of Economic and Environmental Policy at the New Economics Foundation.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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Where can the UK look for international allies on climate? What strategic questions must the government grapple with? And where is there most risk?

Amy talks with Laura Chappell, Associate Director for International Policy at progressive think tank IPPR, the Institute for Public Policy Research.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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How did the environment fare during the Conservative Party’s recent time in power? What does the UK’s experience tell us about the opportunities to make progress on climate under a right-wing government? And what are the limitations of conservative politics, when it comes to addressing the environmental crisis?

Amy talks with Meg Trethewey, a former Special Adviser in 10 Downing St and Defra, and Sam Hall, Director of the Conservative Environment Network.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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