Jim Murphy Announces "Resilience Fund" Plan To Tackle Oil Crisis

Jan 06, 2015, 01:26 PM

New Scottish Labour Leader Jim Murphy has announced a new resilience fund aimed at supporting communities affected by economic crises.

He's announced the pledge on a visit to Aberdeen to discuss the ongoing job security fears amid plunging global oil prices.

Jim Murphy also expressed frustration at difficulties arranging an Oil and Gas summit in Aberdeen to address issues faced by the sector.