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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.
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