New energy secretary
Claire Coutinho has been appointed the new secretary of state for energy and net zero.
Claire Coutinho has been appointed the new secretary of state for energy and net zero.
Opponents of new drilling for oil and gas have criticised the prime minister’s promise to grant “hundreds” of new licences.
The group of MPs who will scrutinise the government on cutting emissions and securing energy is asking for advice on its work programme.
The prime minister has created a new department for energy security and net zero.
The new business secretary has formally reinstated the moratorium on fracking in England.
Eight candidates made it through to the contest for Conservative leader and prime minister tonight.