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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Abbi Garton-Crosbie

Energy crisis shows 'imperative' for Scotland to move away from oil and gas, says FM

THE energy crisis has underscored the "imperative" for Scotland to shift away from oil and gas and accelerate the transition to net zero, the First Minister has said.

Ahead of the publication of a new strategy for the energy sector on Tuesday, Nicola Sturgeon said that the current crisis showed how “vulnerable” the current energy system is.

The draft Energy Strategy will provide a “route map of actions”, particularly focusing on climate targets set for 2030 as the deadline creeps closer, she added.

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