Net zero the problem, not Ley’s leadership, say Liberals

Net Zero Divides Liberals, Not Leadership of Sussan Ley

Conservative Liberals have dismissed rumors about a leadership challenge against Sussan Ley, emphasizing their priority is to resolve ongoing disputes about climate policy within the party.

Since the election, disagreements over climate strategy have deeply divided the party. Most recently, debate over maintaining the commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 has sparked significant infighting.

Next week, Liberal MPs will reconvene in Canberra to hold meetings aimed at bridging these divisions and finding common ground.

Conservative Liberals have hosed down speculation of a challenge to Sussan Ley’s leadership, insisting they are focused on ending a split over climate policy that has plagued their party since the election.

These efforts reflect the party’s intention to prioritize unity and address climate policy disagreements constructively.

Summary: The Liberal party focuses on resolving internal climate policy conflicts, denying any leadership challenge against Sussan Ley amidst contentious net zero emission debates.

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AFR AFR — 2025-11-07