Coal confusion splits shaky Coalition, One Nation strong on fossil fuels
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The Liberals and Nationals are tearing themselves apart with fragmented views on coal, but One Nation remains unshakable in supporting the fossil fuel industry and new coal-fired power stations.
One Nation leader Senator Pauline Hanson has submitted a motion for vote in the Senate that recognises the value of new coal-fired power stations in the creation of jobs, increased competition, lower power prices, and reliable power.
The notice also supports the proposed Collinsville power station project.
“One Nation strongly supports coal-fired power and the reliable and affordable electricity that it generates for Queenslanders, and I urge the Senate to take a stand and recognise the importance of this industry,” Senator Hanson said.
The move follows the Coalition’s disjointed and scattered range of views on coal, with some of its members demanding laser focus on renewables and zero emissions, while rivals pledge long-term support for coal and coal subsidies.
“The Liberals and Nationals are all over the place on coal, they should clear the confusion and get their act together and make a decision on which way they will go, so that Australians can know who believes what and what their official position is,” Senator Hanson said.
“One Nation pledges its strong support to the industry and urges the building of more clean coal-fired power stations; it’s a sensible way to generate reliable power that’s affordable and supports the state.”
