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Edward Davey statement on Grangemouth

Statement from the Secretary of State on the latest situation at the Grangemouth plant.

This was published under the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

Energy Secretary Edward Davey said:

鈥淕rangemouth is an important part of the Scottish economy, with industry, jobs and people鈥檚 livelihoods at stake. I have worked hard with both sides to urge them to continue talking and find a way that secures a long-term future for Grangemouth.

鈥淢otorists should be assured that the Grangemouth shut down will not affect Scotland鈥檚 petrol and diesel supplies. We have been working closely with the fuel industry and Scottish Government to ensure robust contingency measures are in place.鈥�

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Published 16 October 2013