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) · Jan 1, 2023
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) · Jan 1, 2023
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) · Dec 19, 2022
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) · Dec 16, 2022
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) · Dec 4, 2022
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 · Dec 2, 2022
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) · Nov 30, 2022
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 · Nov 30, 2022
'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) · Nov 29, 2022
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) · Nov 26, 2022
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 Daily Record · Nov 14, 2022
£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 The National (Scotland) · Nov 11, 2022
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. Daily Record · Nov 7, 2022
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… The National (Scotland) · Nov 7, 2022
Daily Record · Nov 7, 2022 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.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 7, 2022 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) · Nov 7, 2022 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) · Oct 25, 2022 '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) · Oct 16, 2022 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) · Oct 15, 2022 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 · Oct 15, 2022 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 · Oct 14, 2022 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.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 13, 2022 Landlords seek legal advice over Scottish Government rent freeze and eviction ban A coalition of landlords and letting agents are seeking a legal opinion on the bill - including to see if it breaches their human rights.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2022 Millionaire Lord blames rent freeze as he puts brakes on £1bn housing project A MILLIONAIRE Labour Lord has blamed the introduction of a rent freeze by the Scottish Government for his decision to put “on hold” a £1…
The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2022 MSPs approve Bill on temporary freeze on rent and evictions The Cost of Living (Tenants Protection) Bill will be in effect until March 31, with the ability to extend it for two six-month periods.