On the recordSeptember 2, 2026
Crucially, none of the challenges identified are insurmountable but many of the key policy levers remained reserved to Westminster.
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Stephen Gethins
Scottish National Party
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thenational.scotCrucially, none of the challenges identified are insurmountable but many of the key policy levers remained reserved to Westminster.
Scottish Energy Minister discusses UK energy policy challenges.
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