"Sunak's U-turn on UK net zero policies sparks unity among Greens and car manufacturers"

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a U-turn on several net zero policies, including pushing back the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035. Sunak stated that the UK will pursue a "pragmatic" approach to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, easing energy efficiency targets for rental properties and backtracking on plans to replace gas boilers with heat pumps. The move has sparked criticism from opposition lawmakers, environmental campaigners, the car industry, and some Conservative MPs, with concerns raised about the government's commitment to climate change.