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Flynn stated that the SNP will 'fight to protect' oil and gas jobs while also backing renewables, campaigning in Aberdeen South ahead of Thursday’s Westminster by-election.
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Aberdeen South
Who
Economy Secretary Flynn, SNP candidate Richard Thomson, Reform UK, Conservatives
What
Flynn stated that the SNP will 'fight to protect' oil and gas jobs while also backing renewables, campaigning in Aberdeen South ahead of Thursday’s Westminster by-election.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:35:35 GMT · 3h 10m ago
Where
Aberdeen South ·
Why
Flynn argued that 'decisions that have been taken at Westminster' are responsible for a downturn in the oil and gas industry, resulting in 'tens of thousands of jobs' being lost.
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How this affects you
The ongoing debate over balancing oil and gas industry protection with renewable energy investment in Scotland highlights the economic and political challenges of energy transition, potentially influencing future policy and employment in the sector.
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3 events in this thread- Economics2h 46m agoThe Scottish Economy Secretary stated that the SNP will "fight to protect" oil and gas while also backing renewables, as he campaigned in Aberdeen South.Open article
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