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Tag: Politics
March For Europe in Edinburgh this Saturday
Cities across Europe, from Berlin to Bucharest, from Rome to London and including Edinburgh, will march on Saturday (25th March) to show their support for the European Union. Continue reading March For Europe in Edinburgh this Saturday
The right to food: ‘A real chance for Scotland to be a leading nation’
The UN Special Rappoteur on the Right to Food, Hilal Elver, visited Scotland for the first time last week, and Ben Macpherson MSP was delighted to welcome her to The Scottish Parliament for a discussion on the Right to Food. Continue reading The right to food: ‘A real chance for Scotland to be a leading nation’
Macpherson: Scotland must have choice over future
SNP MSP for Edinburgh Northern and Leith, Ben Macpherson, says it is absolutely correct and appropriate for the people of Scotland to be offered a choice, once the options become clear, between a Tory hard Brexit and becoming an independent country.
Continue reading Macpherson: Scotland must have choice over future
Housing stats raise affordable homes questions, say Greens
The Scottish Government’s quarterly housing statistics show that ministers are too reliant on the private sector to deliver housing targets, say the Scottish Greens. Continue reading Housing stats raise affordable homes questions, say Greens
Pupils ready to vote in council elections
The formal notice was published ahead of the local government elections on 4 May yesterday – and a group of 16 and 17-year-old city pupils found out more about how to register to vote.
A voter registration event was held at Holy Rood RC High School, raising awareness among pupils about their eligibility to cast their vote in the Council elections for the first time.
Andrew Kerr, Chief Executive of the City of Edinburgh Council and Returning Officer for Edinburgh, said: “This is the first time 16 and 17-year-olds are eligible to vote in Scottish Council elections and it’s a great opportunity for young people to get involved in local democracy and have their say about how services are delivered where they live.
“Registration for the 4 May election ends on 17 April and it’s quick and easy to do – find out more at yourvotematters.co.uk and make your vote count.”
Asked why it was important for young people to go out and vote, Holy Rood High S5 pupil Jason Stewart-Evans, 17, said: “It gives me, as an individual, more of a say in my political system.”
Niyoshi Dave, 16, also S5, said: “I believe it is important to vote because the laws being passed right now will significantly affect my future.”
And Christy Biju, 16, S5, said: “Voting is a right we have and we should use it, especially young people because we are the future. We need to make our voices heard!”
Pictures: Ian Georgeson
Increased funding for affordable housing
Over £590 million will be made available for 2017/18 to increase the supply of affordable homes in Scotland, Angela Constance has announced. The Scottish Greens have welcomed the announcement but say that more must be done to bring empty homes back into use. Continue reading Increased funding for affordable housing
Indeyref2 confirmed: “It will be Scotland’s choice”
Independence referendum will be held between Autumn 2018 and Spring 2019
The people of Scotland must be offered a choice between a hard Brexit and becoming an independent country, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said, as she confirmed plans to seek parliamentary approval to begin discussions with the UK Government on the details of a Section 30 order to enable an independence referendum to take place. The referendum is expected to take place between Autumn 2018 and Spring 2019. Continue reading Indeyref2 confirmed: “It will be Scotland’s choice”
Take up your benefits
SNP MSP for Edinburgh Northern and Leith and Social Security Committee Member, Ben Macpherson has called on constituents across the city to claim the benefits that they are entitled to, following the launch of a Scottish Government awareness campaign. Continue reading Take up your benefits
Brexit “a threat to Scotland’s population and prosperity”
Deidre Brock MP has called for tailored immigration solutions for Scotland to tackle its differing population needs and the economic threat of a ‘hard’ Brexit. She was speaking during yesterday’s Westminster debate on the Scottish Affairs Committee’s report into the demography of Scotland and its implications for devolution. Continue reading Brexit “a threat to Scotland’s population and prosperity”