Shale Gas Warning

Green MSP says fracking is not a sustainable option and politicians should focus on renewable energy.

MSPs should not be distracted by the idea of a shale gas "quick fix", that's according to the Scottish Green Party.

The comment come after a review was published which recommends the use of fracking under strict regulation.

A license has been granted to frack in Fife but testing has proved 'disappointing' so far.

Green MSP Alison Johnstone said:

"This review underlines the absurdity of chasing after yet more sources of polluting fossil fuels. The experts warn that developing unconventional gas may increase the climate change emissions we need to cut, and that the chance of being able to use this resource to maintain electricity supplies is negligible.

"Communities across Scotland are rightly concerned at the hype surrounding shale, with thousands of people in the Falkirk and Stirling areas already voicing opposition to gas extraction proposals there. I would again urge Scottish ministers to ban any such developments and instead focus on Scotland's undoubted potential for clean, renewable energy and the high quality employment already being created."

Ms Johnstone believes it's time to focus on renewables.