Minister ‘not clear’ on need for independent inquiry into ‘apocalyptic’ Mossmorran flaring

A minister has told MSPs calling for an independent inquiry into the “apocalyptic” flaring at Mossmorran chemical plant that she does not see what it would add.

Members raised the issue following works carried out at the plant which caused residents “extreme disturbance” with light and noise pollution.

SNP MSP for Cowdenbeath, Annabelle Ewing, asked the government what was going to be done to tackle the problem, which she said was “giving rise to fear and alarm” among her constituents.