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How did UK politicians vote on 16 key climate issues between 2008-2018? Let's start with the prime minister:
Here's the leader of the opposition:
Lib Dem leader Jo Swinson's record:
The chancellor's climate score:
You can find out how your MP scored: gu.com/p/c5j4m and explore our methodology here: gu.com/p/cb3y4
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