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John Glover

Scottish and UK governments agree deal for two ‘green freeports’

The UK and Scottish governments have agreed there will be two “green freeports” north of the border.

The deal between the two governments comes as Boris Johnson is expected to visit Scotland today.

The freeports will be special economic zones offering tax breaks and lower tariffs for businesses and are being promoted by the UK Government as part of its “levelling up” agenda.

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