Tom Arthur: “Applications are being considered for the latest funding round, with grants of up to £17 million due to be announced…”

Communities hit hardest by climate change are often the ones least equipped to deal with its effects.

Mirroring a trend seen in many countries around the world, Scotland has an ageing population and areas where the population is declining.

Our ambitious 4G Infill programme brought life-changing 4G services to thousands of homes and businesses throughout the country, with the £28.75 million project delivering 55 mobile masts in some of Scotland’s hardest-to-reach communities.

Solutions to adapting to and tackling climate change must be proportionate, appropriate and effective as we work together across all sectors of society to build a greener and fairer economy.