Scottish Government ditches climate commitment to reduce car use
John Swinney’s leadership to date has been characterised by a chronic failure to deliver on climate promises to the public.
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Press Releases
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‘Penny-pinching’ Scottish Government scraps bus fare cap pilot
Transport is Scotland most polluting sector in terms of climate emissions, with limited reductions over the past 30 years.
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Annual Review 2022-2023
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Campaigners, parents & pollution experts highlight benefits LEZ will bring
As Glasgow’s Low Emission Zone is due to start in a month’s time, campaigners highlight how it will clean up toxic air.
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Report: On the Move – Investing in public transport
This report looks at the level of investment that is needed in public transport to meet our climate targets and create jobs.
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Community Bus Fund Briefing
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Scotland meets air pollution limits thanks to clean air zones
It’s been revealed that Scotland did not breach legal air pollution limits in 2022 for the first time, excluding the impact of lockdowns in 2020.
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Air quality watchdog says councils aren’t doing enough to protect health
Campaigners have welcomed a report from an independent body that reveals air pollution in Scotland isn’t being dealt with.
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Car Free Day: Campaigners call for action
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