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Tag: Ben Macpherson MSP
Local MSP to hold ‘craft and chat’ event at Dr Bell’s
Edinburgh Northern and Leith MSP Ben Macpherson is holding a “craft and chat” event at Dr Bell’s Family Centre, as part of his annual MSP Christmas Card competition. Continue reading Local MSP to hold ‘craft and chat’ event at Dr Bell’s
Collective celebration in Edinburgh to mark St Andrew’s Day
The first nationwide Fair Saturday is coming to Edinburgh on 1 December, extending St Andrew’s Day celebrations with a festival of cultural events that promote fairness and sharing while raising funds for good causes. Continue reading Collective celebration in Edinburgh to mark St Andrew’s Day
“Heart-breaking”: Foodbank use on the rise in Edinburgh
SNP MSP Ben Macpherson has condemned the UK government’s welfare cuts, after new figures revealed that foodbank use in Edinburgh has risen by 5% since last year.
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Educate to Liberate: Local MSP backs plans for inclusive education
Ben Macpherson, SNP MSP for Edinburgh Northern and Leith has given his backing to proposals that will deliver a more inclusive education system by improving the experiences of LGBTI pupils.
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MSP urges local employers to sign up to Living Wage
SNP MSP Ben Macpherson has urged businesses in Edinburgh Northern and Leith to sign up to the Scottish Living Wage, as part of Living Wage Week (5th-10thNov). Continue reading MSP urges local employers to sign up to Living Wage
Ben Macpherson: Spread a little kindness
Scots are being urged to spread a little kindness this St Andrew’s Day in celebration of the nation’s shared values and inclusive view of the world. Continue reading Ben Macpherson: Spread a little kindness
Local MSP sets up shop in supermarkets
Edinburgh Northern and Leith MSP Ben Macpherson is holding a series of advice surgeries in supermarkets around the constituency. These pop-up surgeries aim to give more constituents the opportunity to talk to Ben about any issues, concerns or ideas they may have. Continue reading Local MSP sets up shop in supermarkets
Ben Macpherson MSP: UK Government’s unjust budget fails to address Scotland’s needs
SNP MSP Ben Macpherson has criticised the UK Government for failing the people of Edinburgh Northern and Leith, and all of Scotland, following this year’s UK Government Budget announcement.
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Macpherson hails drop in motorbike crime
I was glad to join Edinburgh Police Division to recognise the fact that motorcycle crime across the city has dropped significantly (writes Edinburgh Northern and Leith MSP Ben Macpherson). Continue reading Macpherson hails drop in motorbike crime