Westminster Holding Back Scotland’s Energy Potential The SNP has said that Scottish independence is key to capitalising on the green energy gold rush, reducing household bills,…
Author: Jamie
Jamie
I’m Graeme’s Parliamentary Assistant based at Holyrood, but I support his constituency work as well. Having been Caseworker to an Aberdeenshire MP some years prior, joining Graeme's team in 2019 was a return to this line of work from a role in fundraising.
Enhancing Broadband in New Builds Plans to enhance broadband connection speeds in new homes across Scotland are being considered. A three month consultation has been launched…
New Scottish Benefit Pilot in Three Areas Carer Support Payment will open for applications in pilot areas from November 2023, subject to parliamentary approval of regulations…
Parliament to Reconsider UNCRC Bill The Scottish Parliament has agreed to consider amendments to the legislation that will incorporate the UN Convention on the Rights of…
Milestone Commemorated in Parliament SNP MSP Rona Mackay will today (Wednesday 13th September) lead a members’ debate in the Scottish Parliament on the opening of the…
Cruel Westminster Austerity Felt Locally The SNP has warned that damaging policies shared by both the Tory and Labour parties are cutting the incomes of thousands…
Affordable Home Completions at 23-Year High The number of affordable homes completions in the past year is the highest annual figure since 2000, the latest quarterly…
Hundreds of Start-Ups Supported Almost 400 of Scotland’s tech start-up businesses have been supported during the first year of the Techscaler programme. A total of 387…
Council Tax Premium on Second Homes Local authorities will be able to charge a premium of up to 100% on council tax for second homes under…
Meanwhile Westminster Sits on its Hands Whether it’s paralysed by Brexit conflicts, scandals or fighting, Westminster has proven itself incapable of delivering for people and communities,…