MPs' scheme urged to question tar sands projects

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A cross-party group of politicians will today urge the MPs' pension fund to vote in favour of resolutions questioning BP and Shell's controversial tar sands proposals.

Six MPs from the three major political parties have tabled an Early Day Motion highlighting concerns over the financial, environmental and social risks associated with the projects. Liberal Demo...

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