DAVID Cameron will bury a new Tory "green manifesto" in an attempt to stave off a disastrous party split.
Mr Cameron will make a fresh attempt to woo industry leaders alarmed about the impact of his green tax plans in a speech tomorrow.Meanwhile, Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly, writing in today's Sunday Mirror, has launched a crack-down on aircraft emissions as the green battle hots up between the parties.They would show how much power they use compared with similar devices and how much energy they consume in a year.Meanwhile Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly, writing in today's Sunday Mirror, has launched a crackdown on aircraft emissions as the "green" battle hots up between the parties.But the proposals have led to furious behind-the-scenes rows at Tory HQ.It will also recommend massive hikes in taxes on air travel and gas-guzzling cars.vincent.moss@mgn.co.ukOther parts of the report will be quietly shelved before the Tories finalise their manifesto for the next election.The results of a major policy review ordered by the Tory leader will be unveiled on Thursday.The "Quality of Life" report by Cameron's green guru Zac Goldsmith and former minister John Gummer will urge a ban on "inefficient" plasma TVs, washing machines, computers, fridges and mobile phones.The report calls for manufacturers to fit devices to switch appliances off when they are left for too long on stand-by.It will also recommend massive hikes in taxes on air travel and gas-guzzling cars.The Tories claim their plans for more energy-efficient electrical goods will help reduce household fuel bills.Mr Cameron's shift was seen last night as another lurch to the right as he scrabbles to make up ground on Gordon Brown in the polls.And advisers to Mr Cameron believe they have now persuaded him to dump the plans for green air taxes. Other parts of the report will be quietly shelved before the Tories finalise their manifesto for the next election.
vincent.moss@mgn.co.uk
Author: VINCENT MOSS
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