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Clean power by 2030 target ‘extremely ambitious’, MPs warn

The Scottish Affairs Committee has also urged the UK Government to introduce a flat rate for electricity standing charges across the UK.

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UK Government told it ‘could have gone further’ on North Sea windfall tax

Patricia Ferguson, chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee, spoke out as the UK Government reaffirmed it would end the levy by 2030 at the latest.

Evening Standard

Cuts to news output are not nuclear option, STV boss tells MPs

Rufus Radcliffe was speaking to a Westminster committee about proposals which would see 60 jobs go.

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Mobile consumption facilities could tackle Scotland's drug crisis, MPs say

MOBILE drug consumption facilities could be implemented to tackle Scotland’s drugs crisis, MPs have suggested

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First drug consumption room should not be seen as ‘silver bullet’, says MP

The Scottish Affairs Committee said funding for The Thistle in Glasgow should not come at the expense of other efforts.

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Scotland could miss out on ‘generational opportunity’ for space launch, MPs warn

Scotland could miss out on a “generational opportunity” to become a leader in the European space launch field, MPs have warned ...

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Scotland could miss out on ‘generational opportunity’ for space launch – MPs

The UK Government has been urged to go ‘further and faster’ in supporting the space industry.

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Look at increasing Scottish Government borrowing limits, MPs tell UK Government

The Scottish Affairs Committee inquiry looked at the fiscal arrangements north of the border.

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No changes to drug laws even if consumption room is a success, says minister

Dame Diana Johnson said the UK Government does not support such facilities.

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Transition to renewables taking longer than thought, senior BP figure tells MPs

Louise Kingham said ‘clarity’ from the UK Government is needed to unlock investment in the North Sea as she reaffirmed BP’s commitment to net zero.

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Grangemouth closure a ‘shining example of how not to do anything’, MPs told

Just Transition Commissioner Richard Hardy addressed the Scottish Affairs Committee at Westminster.

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It is morally wrong not to open safer drug consumption room, says councillor

Allan Casey said ‘all eyes are on Glasgow’ as the UK’s first safer drug consumption room opens its doors.

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BBC Scotland in ‘live discussions’ on showing Scotland games, MPs told

Director Hayley Valentine’s comments come amid ongoing pressure for more of the men’s team matches to be shown on free-to-air channels.

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‘Ignorant’: Reform UK MP condemned after calling Scottish devolution a ‘scam’

A REFORM UK MP has been condemned after calling Scottish devolution a “scam” ...

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MPs launch inquiry into GB Energy's impact on Scotland

MPs have launched a probe into GB Energy and how its creation will impact on Scotland’s energy industry.

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Westminster committee launches inquiry into Scottish Government funding

MPs at Westminster have launched an inquiry into the Scottish Government’s funding ...

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Ian Murray backs Tory block on Scottish gender bill – despite Labour voting for it

IAN Murray has been accused of perpetrating an “affront to devolution” after he refused to lift the veto on Scottish gender reform – despite…

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GB Energy will be catalyst in UK winning world race on renewables, says Murray

Mr Murray was speaking at the Scottish Affairs Committee.

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Stephen Flynn joins Westminster's Scottish Committee after row over SNP exclusion

STEPHEN Flynn will serve on the Commons’ Scottish Affairs Committee – after controversy over the SNP’s exclusion.

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'Speaks volumes': SNP offered one seat on Westminster Scottish Affairs Committee

THE SNP have confirmed they have now been offered one place on the Scottish Affairs Committee at Westminster...

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SNP not given place on Westminster's Scottish Affairs Committee

THE SNP have not been given a seat on the Scottish Affairs Committee at Westminster ...

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SNP lose right to chair Scottish Affairs Committee as Labour to takeover

AN SNP MP has lost his place as chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee as Labour takeover following the General Election.

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SNP MP 'disappointed' as Humza Yousaf declines Westminster committee appearance

THE SNP’s most senior MP has said it is "disappointing" that First Minister Humza Yousaf has declined to appear in front of…

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Nicola Sturgeon and Alex Salmond to be quizzed by MPs on Westminster committee

NICOLA Sturgeon and Alex Salmond will be questioned by MPs at Westminster, it has been announced ...

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'Disappointing': UK refuses to issue embassies advice for key Scottish dates

THE chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee has said he is “disappointed” the UK Government has refused to issue guidance to overseas offices…

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