Scottish Government confirm ‘no support for fracking’
Communities’ and campaigners’ efforts hailed in stopping this dangerous industry in Scotland.
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Minister set to announce final decision on fracking
Campaigners are calling for a full legal ban ahead of a Parliament announcement this week.
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Civil society groups call on new CEO to make RBS banking sector ‘climate leader’
Thirty-one civil society groups from around the world have sent an open letter to Alison Rose, the newly appointed CEO of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), calling on her…
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MSPs say tackling climate crisis must be in founding legislation of Scotland’s new public bank
Scottish National Investment Bank was debated by MSPs for the first time, with all parties calling for a climate focus.
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Just Transition Partnership Statement in response to Climate Bill
Unions and environmentalists call for climate crisis to be tackled done in a way which protects and enhances the livelihoods of workers and communities.
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Dundee pollution zone options are too limited and don’t reflect public need for action
To protect health, Dundee’s Low Emission Zone should cover a large area and include cars, vans, lorries and buses.
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SYCS statement: Enormous turnout for Climate Strikes to demand action from Government
Scotland’s largest ever climate mobilisation shows demand for urgent action from Government.
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Edinburgh transport transformation plan shows much still to do on airpollution
Edinburgh City Centre Transformation Plan is approved but Council is urged to do more to curb car use and cut toxic air pollution.
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Scottish organisations to join Global Climate Strike
Scottish businesses, charities and other organisations announce they will be participating in the Global #ClimateStrikes
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