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Motion to 'urgently review' Island's net-zero targets overturned

Tynwald instead votes to recognise the role they play in strengthening Manx economy

A call to 'urgently review' the Island's net-zero targets and associated budgets has been overturned in Tynwald.

Middle MHK Stu Peters wanted a more 'pragmatic' approach to climate change to focus on strengthening the wider economy.

Member for Garff, Daphne Caine, was one of those who opposed his suggestion:

Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper presented an amendment, suggesting that Tynwald instead recognises the role net-zero targets play in strengthening the Manx economy for the benefit of all Island residents.

The motion with that amendment passed with 23 votes for and six against.

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