Greens stand with striking STV workers
The Scottish Greens are sending their solidarity to striking workers at STV who are taking industrial action in opposition to significant cuts to the workforce.
The party’s culture spokesperson, Patrick Harvie, said:
“In an age of viral misinformation people want good quality national and regional news sources that they can trust. These cuts are the last thing we need.
“The plans put forward by STV bosses would be a serious blow to Scotland and our media, particularly to regional news. They will also have a devastating impact on workers who have already experienced a great deal of stress and uncertainty as a result of the announcement.
“STV may have just launched an expensive new radio station, but they have clearly lost the trust of the workers who hold the organisation together.
“Our solidarity is with all of the journalists, producers and workers at STV who are enriching our media and our news environment.
"With cuts taking place at publishers and broadcasters across the country, these are difficult times for an industry that is needed more than ever.”