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Find the latest Friends of the Earth Scotland press releases


Climate victory in Rosebank and Jackdaw cases
The court has ruled the oil field unlawful and Rosebank’s approval has been overturned.
Funding a Just Transition – Proposals for the Scottish Government’s 2025-26 Budget
What is needed is a properly funded transition, led by government and in the public interest, that sees tangible benefits for workers and communities in Scotland.

Grangemouth refinery closure is ‘litmus test’ of transition for politicians
Climate campaigners are demanding a credible transition plan to support workers and communities.

Grangemouth closure reaction: no justice in this decision
The inevitable Grangemouth closure showed both Governments have no credible just transition plans

60+ climate groups demand incoming UK Government fund just transition for North Sea workers
Leading groups sign open letter calling for a “clear and funded” transition plan for workers and communities reliant on the oil and gas industry.
Just Transition Open Letter to Party Leaders
Over 60 leading climate organisations have signed an open letter calling for a “clear and funded” transition plan for workers and communities reliant on the oil and gas industry.

Polluted politics: Fossil fuel lobbyists met MSPs almost 800 times
The revelations come as concern grows about the corrupting influence of oil companies on Scotland’s efforts to tackle climate breakdown.