For decades, the planning and energy consenting framework in Scotland has been presented as a transparent, rules-based system designed to balance national infrastructure needs with environmental protection and democratic participation. […]
Ministers
Gillian Martin’s “Far Right Narrative” Claim Is a Political Deflection, Not a Serious Argument
When a Cabinet Secretary suggests that opposition to large scale wind development is being driven by “false narratives of the far right”, that is not a throwaway remark. It is […]
What is the Nuclear Regulatory Review and why it matters
The UK Government is reviewing the rules that govern how nuclear power projects are approved and regulated. While the stated aim is to speed up the delivery of low-carbon energy, the proposals could also weaken long-standing environmental protections for wildlife and protected landscapes. Understanding what the Nuclear Regulatory Review involves, and why public engagement matters, is important because the decisions made now could affect nature, planning law and infrastructure development for years to come.
Scotland’s Energy Scandal: Gillian Martin Quietly Removed Ahead of the Election
Mounting evidence has exposed how Scotland’s energy planning system has been shaped behind closed doors. As Gillian Martin is quietly removed from overseeing major energy consents following controversy over developer access, ObjectNow examines what this reveals about ministerial accountability, election timing, and why a moratorium on energy developments is now unavoidable.
