IT IS NEARLY eight years since Scotland was dragged out of the EU, as a result of being part of the United Kingdom. But the implications of this catastrophic event Scotland did not want are still being felt.
LAST week, the hate crime law came into force. This law was passed in the Scottish Parliament in March 2021. I voted for this legislation, along with support from all MSPs within Scottish Labour, Scottish Greens and the Scottish Liberal Democrats.
THIS week, I would like to discuss the Musselburgh Flood Protection Scheme, which I know is a highly emotive topic in Musselburgh and across the whole of East Lothian.
EVERY week I am out in my constituency meeting people and organisations.
THE abhorrent comments that have reportedly been made by Frank Hester, the Tory’s biggest donor, are just a further reason why Scotland must send a clear message at the next General Election.
LAST week, the Tory Government presented what will most likely be its last Budget before a General Election.
THE Scottish Budget passed last week sets out how the Scottish Government will protect folk across Scotland and sustain public services in tough times, while supporting a sustainable economy and addressing the climate emergency. It is a budget that has been set in a deeply challenging financial situation – in fact, the most challenging since devolution.
LAST Thursday, I had the privilege of sponsoring a performance by the Trumberbone Carnival Street Band at the Scottish Parliament. Initially, the plan had been for the band to perform within the Garden Lobby. However, due to members’ business overrunning, the performance had to move outside. Luckily, the sun was shining, so myself and others could enjoy a wonderful performance.
THE situation in Gaza is a tragedy of epic proportions.
THIS week, the EU’s climate service warned for the first time that global warming exceeded 1.5C over a period of 12 months. This is one of the clearest warnings we have ever had that climate change is here right now and it is getting worse.
