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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Antoun Issa

Afternoon Update: Greens condemn possible fossil fuel compensation; PCRs to require referral; and an ultramarathon at 70

Greens leader Adam Bandt
Greens leader Adam Bandt says the public should not be asked to compensate fossil fuel companies. Photograph: Luis Ascui/AAP

A potential political hurdle has emerged for the Albanese government as it tries to win parliamentary support for its energy plan.

The Greens have balked at reports fossil fuel companies will receive compensation in return for price caps, but have reserved their final position on the legislation until after a party room meeting tomorrow afternoon.

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