McArthur: energy statement is a positive step for Scotland

5.19.45pm BST (GMT +0100) Tue 27th Jul 2010

Commenting on the first annual energy statement from the UK Government, Liberal Democrat Energy spokesman Liam McArthur said:

“The first annual energy statement is a positive step for Scotland and the UK.

“The fact that grid access is to be made easier is very welcome and will hopefully provide renewables developers with greater certainty and the opportunity to obtain a connection.

“This positive approach by the new UK Government gives greater confidence that Scotland's world leading renewable energy potential will be fully harnessed.”