Tory stance threatens North East jobs
June 22, 2011 3:14 PM
Originally published by Fiona Hall MEP
Originally published by Fiona Hall MEP
Fiona Hall, Leader of the Liberal Democrats in the European Parliament, has accused her Conservative counterpart and his colleagues of threatening green technology jobs in the North East.
Conservative MEPs, including their leader Martin Callanan, plan to vote against proposals to cut EU carbon emissions by 30% by 2020.
The 30% target is seen as a key catalyst in the development of low carbon energy production and the growth of the green economy.
North East MEP Fiona Hall, said,
"This vote will be a crucial test of Conservative MEPs' commitment when it comes to combating global warming and securing investment in low carbon jobs.
"Raising the target to 30% will stimulate investment in green technology from which the North East is well placed to benefit. If the plans were watered down, as the Tories wish, we would risk losing out on jobs based on new technology - such as electric cars and offshore wind farms.
"I am disappointed that there is not a united position from North East MEPs on an issue which is so crucial for our region."
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