I've made it very clear to the Prime Minister the importance I attach to the removal of the energy profits levy, which is sucking the economic life out of one of Scotland's most important industries.
On the recordJune 9, 2026
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party
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thenational.scotEditor's note · Context
Response to questions about energy policy and job losses.
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