link to yesterday's court papers here

https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/search-judgments/judgment?id=8c2ec8a6-8980-69d2-b500-ff0000d74aa7

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From: Gerry McGarrity <[log in to unmask]>
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Date: 17/02/2015 12:43
Subject: Esso makes M74 'contamination' claim against Scottish government
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this will make interesting following.... A major oil firm is suing the Scottish government over claims its property is being contaminated by chemicals from land used for the M74 extension. Esso Petroleum wants ministers to take action to prevent further escapes and is seeking damages for the cost of monitoring its land and loss of value. The firm claims it will cost Ł1.6m to clean the West Street site in Glasgow. Ministers sought to have the action dismissed but a judge at the Court of Session said it could proceedhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-31504770







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