DEVELOPING: Tories Vow to Repeal Petrol Ban if Elected

Breaking News: Tories Vow to Repeal Petrol Ban if Elected Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has announced that the party will scrap the UK's ban on petrol and diesel vehicles if they win the next election. The Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, set to come into force in 2030, requires all new cars to be electric or hybrid. The ban, aimed at meeting the UK's net zero target by 2050, has been described by Badenoch as "economic self-harm". The Conservative leader made the comments after meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has lobbied the EU to soften its own plans for a ban. The UK government's efforts to meet the net zero target have been a key focus of recent policy. The goal is to balance greenhouse gas production and removal from the atmosphere. The Conservative Party's stance on the petrol ban is a significant development in the lead-up to the next election. The party's position on the issue is likely to be a key factor in the campaign. This is a developing story. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.