BigPond News | PM defends carbon tax stance: report Business Spectator Prime Minister Julia Gillard has responded to harsh criticism from Opposition Leader Tony Abbott, saying she never doubted the need for a carbon tax and said she feels it is the only way for Australia to meet its emissions reduction targets, ... 'I have never backed any direct-action carbon plan' Gillard rejects carbon compromise report PM denies she backed Abbott-style policy to cut carbon pollution |