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Nationals set their price for net zero as PM presses ahead

Ronald Mizen
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Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has erected the first clear hurdle on Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s slow walk to net zero emissions by 2050, saying a domestic policy should not lead to job losses in the coal industry.

Others in the National Party said they would also “fight against” signing up to a deal.

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Ronald Mizen is the Financial Review’s political correspondent, reporting from the press gallery at Parliament House, Canberra. Connect with Ronald on Twitter. Email Ronald at ronald.mizen@afr.com

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    Original URL: https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/nationals-mps-to-fight-net-zero-as-pm-presses-ahead-20210926-p58uvf