Scottish Greens to Decide on Coalition's Future After SNP Ditches Climate Target
The Scottish Green Party will vote on whether to continue their power-sharing agreement with the SNP, following the government's abandonment of a key climate commitment.
- The SNP scrapped its pledge to reduce carbon emissions by 75% by 2030, leading to potential dissolution of their coalition with the Scottish Greens.
- An extraordinary general meeting (EGM) will be held by the Greens to determine the fate of their power-sharing deal with the SNP.
- Scottish Green Party co-leader Patrick Harvie has urged members to support the agreement, emphasizing the impact of their governance.
- Critics from various political parties have voiced concerns over the SNP's decision, highlighting its potential economic and environmental repercussions.
- The decision to abandon the climate target has sparked anger among Green Party members and environmental activists.