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Burnham Launches EV Target Consultation, Could Cut 2030 Goals

8/15/2026

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Burnham Cuts EVs

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham was criticised for staying silent on the climate crisis during the 2026 heatwave.
On 14 August 2026 Burnham announced a consultation that could cut the 2030 EV target from 80 % to 50-70 %.
Weaker EV rules and expanded North Sea oil drilling would raise emissions as UK fuel prices hit world-highs of £1.62/litre petrol and £1.92/litre diesel.

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Burnham Cuts EVs

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham was criticised for staying silent on the climate crisis during the 2026 heatwave.
On 14 August 2026 Burnham announced a consultation that could cut the 2030 EV target from 80 % to 50-70 %.
Weaker EV rules and expanded North Sea oil drilling would raise emissions as UK fuel prices hit world-highs of £1.62/litre petrol and £1.92/litre diesel.

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