SAS’s goal is the reform of the Scottish Government’s wind energy policy
Frequently Asked Questions answered by the Scientific Alliance
Useful documents and support resources for wind campaigners
Scotland Against Spin (SAS) was set up in mid-January 2013 by a small group of experienced campaigners who have been active at local and national levels for a number of years.
It is one of our founding principles that SAS is independent of any political party, lobbying organisation, landowner or developer.
SAS is entirely funded by donations from supporters, and all our personnel are volunteers.
The core team is responsible for the day-to-day operation of SAS, including developing the website content; social media; liaising with the press and politicians; campaigning.
The core team includes Graham and Marion Lang, Aileen Jackson, Stephen Lucking, Rachel Connor, Mark Hodgson and Webmaster Tim Harrison who are supported by a number of other dedicated volunteers.
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EAST Ayrshire Council has sided against plans for a new wind farm near Dalmellington, unless two of the development’s 11 turbines are removed. Last week’s planning committee considered a consultation from Scottish Ministers on the Read more
Moves for repowering a major Scottish Borders wind farm are poised to enter the planning stage. The Dun Law Wind Farm at Oxton is an established onshore wind facility located in the western end of Read more