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My clear view is that, given the distribution of North Sea oil and gas resources, any such fund should be prioritised for offshore renewable opportunities and be ring-fenced to be focused on the north-east of Scotland.

This has meant that the people of Scotland have not fully benefitted from the wealth generated by our vast energy resources.

I am sure that you will agree that it is essential that maximum public benefit be derived from finite natural resources, ensuring that the wealth they generate supports economic transformation for the long term.

It must also kickstart a renewed drive to deliver our long-standing clean energy ambitions.