Scottish Government Decision on Fracking Kicked Further Down Road
The Scottish Government has further delayed a final decision on fracking, launching an additional phase of consultation.
Read more
Press Releases
Find the latest Friends of the Earth Scotland press releases
For press enquiries, contact:
Tel: 0131 243 2715
Email : media@foe.scot
Legal advice says Scottish Government can and should pass law to ban fracking
Legal opinion says Scottish Parliament can pass a law to ban fracking, and doing so would be less likely to result in successful legal challenge.
Read more
Growing public support for safer streets and 20mph limits
Polling reveals that speed limits of 20mph are growing in popularity with the Scottish public.
Read more
Parliamentary Committee calls for improvements to Transport Bill
MSPs identity urgent need to tackle air pollution & call for greater support for Councils.
Read more
Stirling University to halt investment in fossil fuel polluters
Stirling University becomes the 9th organisation in Scotland to divest from fossil fuels, citing climate concerns by students.
Read more
Microplastic pollution widespread in British lakes and rivers – new study
Plastic pollution found in several British waterways leads to calls for better monitoring.
Read more
Bus companies ignore fund set up to help them reduce air pollution
£8milion Scottish Government fund to reduce air pollution from buses is being ignored by major bus firms.
Read more
Reaction to Ineos’ fossil-fuelled announcement
Ineos’ announcement will prolong our dependence on fossil fuels and risks increasing plastic pollution levels.
Read more
Scottish transport statistics show cars increase again, whilst bus numbers fall
Official statistics show cars are dominating our transport system at the expense of accessibility, public health and climate.
Read more
