Scottish Labour unveils plan to 'transform' Scottish economy
About 130,000 jobs could be created by transforming Scotland's economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, according to Scottish Labour's leader.
Richard Leonard said a "Green new deal" was needed to tackle both the economic crisis and climate crisis.
His proposals include building 12,000 council homes each year and investing £100m in new electric buses.
He also wants to employ and train a new workforce to restore the natural environment and tackle climate change.
In a speech broadcast online, Mr Leonard said the pandemic should mark a "turning point in the direction of Scotland's economy and its environmental impact".
He added: "We cannot afford to return to business as usual - instead a green and just recovery must focus on tackling the economic crisis and the climate crisis at the same time.
"In Scotland we are blessed with an abundance of natural resources. We also have the will to change and to make things better.
"So we must bring together all sectors and sections of our society, harnessing all our natural resources, all our workforce skills, and all our ambition to create a greener better future for us all."
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