“To move forward with certainty, the UK Government must stop delaying the long overdue exclusion from the Internal Market Act. This damaging Act was imposed on the Scottish Parliament after Brexit without its consent and creates confusion and uncertainty for businesses.” Lorna Slater
The Scottish Government’s Lorna Slater has spoken about the need for more women to go into the construction industry to build greener homes for the future.
Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme which aims to increase recycling and reduce waste has been set back. The new date for the launch of the scheme will be from 16 August 2023.
“This Budget focuses on tackling the climate emergency, reducing inequalities and supporting economic recovery. “
Scotland is to take action to ban the use of single use plastics, some of the most damaging products polluting our environment.
“The Flotta terminal has a working life left of less than a decade, but it could have an innovative future as for example a Green hydrogen hub, and we’d be delighted if that scenario transpires.”
