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Extension of rent freeze for private tenants planned

Opposition politicians and industry bodies hit back at proposals

Insider UK

Extension of rent freeze for private tenants backed by SNP/Green Government

The rent cap expires on March 31 but Scottish ministers can seek parliamentary approval to extend the legislation for two six-month periods if necessary

Daily Record

Scotland's rent freeze set to be extended as 'necessary' for tenants, minister says

Tenants' rights minister Patrick Harvie told MSPs he will recommend that MSPs approve an extension to the freeze on private rent rises.

The National (Scotland)

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De facto referendum 'last ditch' move, say Greens co-leaders

THE Scottish Greens co-leaders have described a de facto referendum as a “last ditch” attempt to secure independence.

The National (Scotland)

Green co-leaders: 2022 showed value of speaking truth to power

THE Scottish Green co-leaders have used their Hogmanay message to reflect on 2022 and “the importance of speaking up”.

The National (Scotland)

Fuel poverty fund extended with money redirected from referendum pot

THOUSANDS of vulnerable households will be supported by the continuation of the Scottish Government’s uprated £20 million Fuel Insecurity Fund.

The National (Scotland)

Government backs plan to adopt super-green Passivhaus standards in Scotland

ALL newly built homes in Scotland will need to conform to an innovative green building standard championed by a Labour MSP, under plans announced by…

The National (Scotland)

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European Green Party urges UK Government to commit to indyref2 timetable

THE European Green Party (EGP) have called on the UK Government to respect Scotland’s right to self-determination and agree to a timetable for a…

The National (Scotland)

Home energy scheme changes to make it easier for Scottish households to get £7,500

Changes are being made to make it easier for Scottish homeowners to apply for a grant worth £7,500 to help make their homes more energy efficient as bill prices soar.

Edinburgh Live

Unionists 'know they'll lose next referendum', says Lorna Slater

UNIONIST parties should have the “courage of their convictions” and call another vote on Scottish independence, Scottish Greens co-leader Lorna…

The National (Scotland)

Unionists should have ‘courage of their convictions’ on Indyref2 – Greens chief

The Greens co-leader said the UK Government should set out a route to a legal referendum on independence.

The Independent UK

'Need for long-term rent controls' highlighted by latest rent rise stats

THE average rent price for a two-bedroom property has soared above inflation levels in seven Scottish areas, statistics have revealed.

The National (Scotland)

Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater see off bid to oust them as Scottish Green leaders

SCOTTISH Green members have voted to allow Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater to continue as party leaders while holding ministerial posts.

The National (Scotland)

Campaign highlights support for Lanarkshire residents to tackle energy bills and fuel poverty

There are now an estimated 860,000 fuel-poor households in Scotland following the latest increase in energy bills in October

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£17.6m funding boost for green heating scheme will bring 'social and economic value'

The zero carbon buildings minister set out a plan on Friday to grow the green heating sector in Scotland

Daily Record

Scottish Greens admit no price tag attached to their Universal Basic Income policy

Patrick Harvie believes UBI should be central to an independent Scotland, but said details would come later.

The National (Scotland)

Patrick Harvie: Independence is Scotland's only hope to tackle climate crisis

THE United Kingdom is “incapable of the kind of transformational change” required to tackle the climate crisis, Patrick Harvie has said as he…

Daily Record

Scottish Greens launch new independence paper without mentioning currency once

The new paper was fourteen pages long and contained a series of aspirational pledges for what the party believe could happen after independence.

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Top Scottish accounts flock to alternative Twitter-style social media

LEADING Scottish Twitter users have announced that they have signed up for Mastodon in the wake of Elon Musk’s takeover of the platform.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Greens launch new independence papers 'putting climate at heart of Yes case'

THE Scottish Greens will today launch a new series of papers produced by the party outlining their vision for independence.

The National (Scotland)

'Better than nothing': Holyrood consents to UK Government's energy support bill

The UK legislation will enshrine in law the government’s energy price guarantee - cut last week from being in effect for two years to just six…

The National (Scotland)

Beavers, buses and a distinct Green vision for independence

THE Scottish Greens conference got under way yesterday with applause for policy announcements, standing ovations for speeches – and cheering for…

The National (Scotland)

Labour 'threaten to go further' in creating 'hostile environment', says Patrick Harvie

THE Labour Party “threaten to go further” than the Tories in creating a “hostile environment” in the UK,…

Daily Record

Patrick Harvie insists rent freeze in Scotland is 'robust' as landlords consider legal challenge

The Scottish Greens co-leader defended the policy ahead of his party's conference in Dundee this weekend.

Daily Record

Patrick Harvie accused of 'greenwashing SNP failures' for 'holding back' solar power

Lib Dems economy spokesperson Willie Rennie said Scotland needs to expand its renewable energy market.

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