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1. To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Ineos regarding possible restructuring at the Grangemouth refinery. (S6T-00685)
As the minister said, the Grangemouth refinery is one of the most strategically important employers in Scotland, with hundreds of staff who will, understandably, be alarmed by the prospect of restructuring at the refinery. What discussions has the Scottish Government had with Ineos about the retention of jobs at the site, following the reports? Has the Grangemouth future industry board...
The minister recognises that Grangemouth is important. It accounts for 4 per cent of Scotland’s gross domestic product and 8 per cent of Scotland’s manufacturing. It is critical to national infrastructure and supplies two thirds of the petrol and diesel that are used in Scotland, as well as jet fuel for airports. Any change in the outlook for the refinery’s future has wide-ranging and...
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Entered the Scottish Parliament on 8 May 2021 — Election
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