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What comes next for the new Scottish Parliament? 

This Scottish Government and set of MSPs will be in the parliament for five years – the critical time for finalising Scotland’s transition away from fossil fuels. 

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Politicians caught pleading for oil company profits

Oil companies have been making obscene profits yet politicians are demanding their taxes are slashed.

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Young people across Scotland unite to grill political candidates on climate change 

Recapping the successful youth climate hustings as part of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election campaign

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Will 2021 be the year of two COPs?

Delay to COP26 must mean all parties can join and that progress is made in cutting emissions.

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Air pollution reductions from coronavirus have come at a huge social cost

Any pollution falls may be temporary, unevenly distributed and there was no intention to even achieve this.

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Young FoES Online Skillshare

Young Friends of the Earth Scotland are moving their skillshare online! Check out this lineup of digital events.

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Coronavirus and the climate

There is no “good news” for the environment from the Coronavirus shutdown.

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We need a #JustRecovery from Coronavirus

The recovery from this virus must support the transition to a healthier, fairer future for all.

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Positive actions you can take during the Coronavirus shutdown

Practical suggestions to help your mental health, support others and feel a little more in control of the situation.

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Whose Science Centre is it anyway ?

Richard examines the row over the venue which could play a key role at the UN climate talks in Glasgow.

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Coronavirus Statement

Friends of the Earth statement on Coronavirus plus an update on planned face to face meetings.

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Carbon pipe dreams

The new Climate Plan risks relying on a dodgy technology called BECCS – Bio-Energy with Carbon Capture & Storage

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