Question reference: S6W-24538
- Asked by: Ash Regan, MSP for Edinburgh Eastern, Alba Party
- Date lodged: 18 January 2024
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Current status: Answered by Neil Gray on 26 January 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what steps the Cabinet Secretary for Wellbeing Economy, Fair Work and Energy can take to secure the reported £60-80 million investment in the hydrocracker at Petroineos Grangemouth, in order to extend the life of the oil refinery beyond 2025.
Answer
The Scottish Government will continue to work closely with the business on its plans to bring forward new low carbon projects at Grangemouth. We are committed to exploring all opportunities that would preserve employment and maintain the cluster’s position as a supplier of critical fuels.