A frank conversation with Highland Council Cllr Derek Louden as we discuss the UK energy market and the cost of living crisis.

- how prices are currently set by Ofgem and what impact does this have on prices/supply

- what impact will / is this having on individuals and businesses in Scotland?

- the context of privatisation/profits from utilities 

- the role and impact of all of Scotland's renewables

- the difference across the UK and across Scotland specifically covering the Highlands and Islands

- the wider context of a cost of living crisis and some discussion around the levers that the Scottish Government/Scottish Parliament has/doesn't have

- is drilling for more gas and oil is a short to medium-term answer?

- how does this painful experience demonstrate the resilience or not of the energy system that currently supports Scotland?

- what could an alternative independent energy supply and market look like?

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