UK advisers call for surge in infrastructure spending to tackle climate change and inequality

UK government advisors call for major increase in infrastructure investment to tackle climate change and regional inequality
Report says UK needs £70-80 billion in infrastructure investment per year through 2030s, up from £55 billion over past decade
Recommends doubling public infrastructure spending to £30 billion a year and subsidies for low-carbon heating
Advocates phasing out gas boilers, installing heat pumps in homes, expanding renewable energy
Warns bold action needed urgently with net zero target looming in 2050