News – Page 54 – Molly Scott Cato MEP

Grid restrictions prove chilling effect of Hinkley C on renewables industry, say Greens

23 March 2015 by Media

Evidence has emerged of the ‘chilling effect’ that Hinkley C will have on the development of the renewables industry, say green campaigners. This follows revelations that Western Power has notified its business customers that installing additional grid capacity will be delayed by 3 to 6 years. In the circular, the company states: ‘We have now reached … Read moreGrid restrictions prove chilling effect of Hinkley C on renewables industry, say Greens

MEP calls for Studland Bay to become a Marine Conservation Zone

16 March 201516 March 2015 by Media

Molly Scott Cato MEP has called for Studland Bay in the Isle of Purbeck to be turned into a Marine Conservation Zone.

South West MEP stands up for small scale cider producers

13 March 201513 March 2015 by Media

Molly has written to the Commission requesting they continue to grant an excise duty exemption for small scale producers of cider and perry.

Greens welcome boost for biodiversity as flawed seeds proposal withdrawn

7 August 201813 March 2015 by Media

Greens welcome withdrawl of a proposal on seeds and seed marketing, saying it would have further concentrated the power of multinationals.

Greens insist EU must reopen Hinkley decision

11 March 201511 March 2015 by Media

On the fourth anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, Green MEPs have written to the Commission insisting the decision on funding for the Hinkley C nuclear power station is reopened.

MEP demands skilled staff make mental health assessments

6 July 201811 March 2015 by Media

Molly demands that only those with skills and expertise in mental health issues make mental health assessments.

European Greens protect consumers from high credit card fees

11 March 2015 by Media

Green pressure has helped secure new EU rules on credit and debit card interchange fees.

Greens to refer back Hinkley decision to the EU Commission

5 March 20155 March 2015 by Media

Greens in Europe announce they are to refer back the decision on the funding for Hinkley C to the EU Commission.

Conference to dismantle case for nuclear

21 January 20173 March 2015 by Media

A special conference hosted by Green MEPs will this week dismantle the case for Hinkley C nuclear power station and bring an end to the argument that nuclear is ever part of a sustainable energy future.

Green MEP calls for TTIP amendments to protect South West food producers

10 July 201827 February 2015 by Media

Molly has pushed for a series of Green amendments to TTIP, as the European Parliament considers its position on the controversial trade deal.

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