More than twelve years as an MSP leaves you pretty hardened. When you have taken up the cudgels for constituents on a multitude of fronts and locked horns with public
Legislation to champion patient voice unanimously backed. An independent Commissioner to advocate for the welfare and safety of patients will be appointed following the passing of a new Bill. The
More Help as Criminals Pay Towards Victims’ Costs Organisations that support victims of crime will be able to bid for support from a fund financed by penalties imposed on all
Location: Arbroath Salary: £25,539 – £28,289 (pro rata) Job Details: Full-time, 35 hours (Part-time will be considered for the right candidate) The post attracts an employer’s pension contribution equivalent to 10% of the
5,930 Local Children Better Off Graeme has welcomed new figures that reveal 5,930 children across Angus are being supported by the Best Start Foods and Best Start Grant payments from
Enhanced commitment by developers to community benefits. An initiative to position Scotland as a European hub for the recycling and repurposing of wind turbine blades is included in a deal
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, and securing sustained economic
Rent cap to be extended for up to six months. Measures to protect tenants through the cost of living crisis, including the 3% rent cap and additional eviction protections, will
Views sought on increased level of 65p. A proposal to increase the Minimum Unit Price of alcohol by 15 pence per unit to 65 pence is included in a new
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 to gather views about
