A major business body is urging the government to recognise the South West as the UK's environmental "powerhouse" ahead of the Autumn Statement.
The British Chamber of Commerce South West (BCCSW) has warned the new chancellor over "decimating" capital spending on "much-needed" infrastructure projects in the region that it says could power the country's green recovery.
Mr Hunt will set out his financial strategy for the UK when he delivers his delayed statement to parliament later on Thursday (November 17), and is expected to announce major spending cuts to deal with Britain's debt.
