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The transition to a low carbon economy is imperative for the UK to boost its economic recovery according to Chris Huhne, who also insisted that it is essential to the survival of mankind as a species.

A survey of almost 700 students revealed that the hike in university tuition fees could hinder demand for postgraduate courses.

On Saturday 27 March, Earth Hour 2010 became the biggest Earth Hour ever; Big Ben, Empire State Building and even the Las Vegas strip were among hundreds of landmarks switched off their lights for last year's Earth Hour, an effort joined by an estimated 50 million people in 4,616 cities, in 128 countries.

Energy Secretary Chris Huhne voiced concerns following news that nuclear reactors in Japan were leaking radiation, but insisted that British nuclear power stations are safe.