Help hard-working people and go for more growth. The economic policy and message that Johnson needs.

The Government seems to have no plan to communicate as cost of living woes multiply. Here’s a first stab at one.

Andy Street: How thinking green, and levelling up, can insulate against future cost-of-living shocks

From new housebuilding techniques to green manufacturing, the West Midlands is leading the way towards greater security.

Lisa Townsend: New police powers to tackle disruptive protesters are long overdue

In Surrey, we see middle-class activists cause great damage and disruption before getting let off the hook.

Meera Vadher: The gaps and opportunities in Johnson’s new electric vehicle strategy

The plan does not focus on the future of motoring taxes, or on the broader issue of electricity supply.

The oil blockades, like the Channel boats, are a high-profile example of loss of control

With his handsome 2019 majority, the Prime Minister may struggle to blame Labour for a limp response.

Sally-Ann Hart: Nature-based solutions must be central to our efforts to adapt to climate change

They offer cost-effective interventions which also benefit local ecosystems and communities.

Siobhan Baillie: Reviving our wetlands will be crucial to hitting the UK’s Net Zero commitment

The Treasury must act to ensure these habitats’ unique contribution as carbon sinks is properly recognised.

Craig Mackinlay: Politicians must be honest with the public about the costs of Net Zero

We must also weigh the value of decarbonisation against the toll of other negative outcomes on the public.

William Sunnucks: We need a better Conservative climate change policy

The Government should focus on using markets and pricing to change behaviour, not just persuasion.

WATCH: Green Growth Unlocked: How can the UK environmental sector contribute to economic growth?

The Environment Secretary joins our panel to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the Net Zero goal.

‘We have the tools for a green industrial revolution but time is desperately short.’ Johnson’s speech – full text

“We must show that we are capable of learning, and maturing, and finally taking responsibility for the destruction we are inflicting.”

Andy Bagnall: Ministers must recognise rail’s crucial role in hitting Britain’s Net Zero target

Train travel is vastly less polluting than road or air – yet at present the tax system penalises passengers.

WATCH: Labour insist maintaining continuity of gas supply is ‘a basic duty of government’

Shortage should be “a spur to get on with the transition to net-zero and more renewable and sustainable supplies”, says McFadden.

WATCH: Sharma – AUKUS deal ‘isn’t about provoking anyone’

He pushes back against claims that it has soured the diplomatic atmosphere ahead of the COP26 climate summit.

Trudy Harrison and Mark Jenkinson: It’s time for another ‘epoch making moment’ for nuclear power

A proper commitment to British technological advancement would create jobs and boost skills – but above all, saves our communities.