MAY I wholeheartedly endorse the views of Jane M Meek (Letters, February 23) regarding the casual approval of seven hydro schemes in Glen Etive, an area of outstanding natural beauty.

This is the latest development pandering to the valueless schemes dreamt up accommodate the green movement and others. It's time now for the SNP Government to step up to the plate and refuse approval for this unwanted industrial development. It needs to demonstrate its credibility on environmental issues and protect our precious landscapes. Time to move the agendas away from exploitation towards protection, conservation and preservation. The beauty of Glen Etive is for all of us and needs to be protected.

Alastair Runcie,

5 Vivian Avenue, Milngavie.