Meeting of the Parliament 24 June 2026 [Draft]
My sincere apologies, Liam Kerr.
However, this is not the full story. Over and above the build-out of our energy grid, Scotland can secure billions more in investment across onshore and offshore wind, battery storage and hydro schemes, as well as new sectors such as heat networks, hydrogen and carbon capture and storage. Over the long term, forecasts estimate that up to almost 80,000 jobs could be supported by low-carbon energy sectors. We have the potential to harness that investment to make Scotland a leading exporter of renewable energy skills and innovative new technologies, and competitive in the global renewable supply chain. However, again—this is the crucial point—we need the skills, people and talent now if we are to seize this opportunity and build the foundations of our future economy and turn opportunity into jobs, wage growth and vibrant local economies.
That is why I am asking the Parliament to work together to create the conditions to deliver growth, and to back the Government’s amendment.
I move amendment S7M-00446.2 to leave out from first “believes” to end and insert:
“condemns xenophobia, racism and hatred in society, including recent instances of intimidation, violence and disorder; further condemns the actions and language of those who seek to stoke such sentiments and division; agrees that such beliefs and actions do not reflect those of the vast majority of people living in Scotland, who value being a welcoming nation; welcomes the valuable contribution that migrants make to Scotland’s communities and economy; reaffirms the Scottish Parliament's commitment to human rights and equality for all; supports an economy that gives opportunities and helps to deliver investment through progressive taxation to sustain the public services on which everyone relies, and recognises the economic opportunity that a just transition can offer to Scotland through investment and innovation.”
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