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Liberal senator describes atmosphere as Coalition descends on Canberra to debate net zero policy
Leah Blyth, a Liberal senator for South Australia, said predictions for how the Coalition moves forward on net zero remains the “million-dollar question” as members descend on Canberra today.
It will certainly be a very good process for us to have a genuine debate and come up with a position that’s in the best interests of the Australian people. …
I think all of my colleagues are absolutely in favour of us doing our bit and to certainly have the minimal impact that we can on our natural environment. … I think the really important thing is everyone in the Coalition is committed to doing what’s right for our economy, for the environment and for the Australian people.
I don’t think that we can be stewards of the environment if we can’t afford it.
Continue reading...Source: Guardian - World News
