Coalition To Reveal Long-Term Carbon Target

The UK's fourth "carbon budget" has been agreed following recent disputes among ministers on the possible impact such changes will have on business.

It will set targets for 2027, following recommendations from the government's official advisory body.

But there is expected to be an "opt-out" for the UK if European competitors fail to stick to similar aims.

Mr Huhne will make a statement on the carbon budget to the Commons at around 1630 BST.

It was originally to be announced in a written ministerial statement, a move which had drawn criticism from Opposition MPs. Read the full report here.

Source: BBC News, UK.