Carbon tax debate rages after Abbott repeal pledge, jobs at stake
By Elayn James · 1 March 2011 · Economy
By Elayn James · 1 March 2011 · Economy
Opposition Leader Tony Abbott's pledge to repeal the carbon tax has sparked a heated debate in Federal Parliament, threatening thousands of new jobs in regional Australia. Will the pursuit of economic growth come at the cost of the environment?
The Federal Parliament is in uproar following Opposition Leader Mr Tony Abbott’s pledge to repeal the proposed carbon tax. Greens Senator Mr Bob Brown says Mr Abbott is being irresponsible, while industry observers say up to 34,000 new, clean, green jobs in regional Australia are at risk.
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