Tories to scrap petrol car ban if they win next election
BBC • 12/14/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The Conservative Party leader has announced plans to abolish the ban on petrol cars if they win the next election, describing the current policy as "destructive" and "economic self-harm," according to the BBC.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
32 days
36
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score79/100
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 32 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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