Jack Caldwell, who stood as an independent candidate in Northern and Leith in May’s Holyrood elections, has produced a ten-page report describing his experiences of the campaign. He hopes his campaign report will encourage others to stand as independents in future elections – but plans to join a political party himself.
Devolved administrations to discuss Brexit impact
Finance ministers from the three devolved administrations in the UK are holding talks today to discuss the implications of the Brexit vote.
Scottish Government Finance Secretary Derek Mackay will travel to Cardiff to meet with his counterparts from Wales and Northern Ireland, Mark Drakeford and Máirtín Ó Muilleoir.
The ministers will discuss concerns around the impact of the vote on public finances and on future funding streams.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, Mr Mackay said: “I firmly believe that membership of the European Union is in the best interests of Scotland and I am deeply concerned about the impact the Brexit vote could have on Scotland.
“No-one can be clear on the likely impact of Brexit on UK Government finances, and we are already seeing the UK Government suggest changes to future spending plans. It is clear that there are significant issues and challenges ahead.
“In these uncertain times, it is important that the three devolved administrations work closely together and I am determined to continue to explore all options to secure Scotland’s interests and our place in Europe.”
Continue reading Money matters: finance ministers meet today
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has sent a message of reassurance to EU nationals living in Scotland that they are welcome here. Continue reading You’re welcome: First Minister offers reassurance to EU nationals
“It is imperative that the UK Government respects those who have exercised their treaty rights and chosen to make a life in Scotland.” – First Minister Nicola Sturgeon Continue reading Reassurance sought for EU residents
Lorne Community Association’s MELANIE WEIGANG (below, right) shares her experience of Saturday’s opening of parliament and Big Day Out: Continue reading The Local Hero experience
SNP MSP for Edinburgh Northern and Leith Ben Macpherson and MP Deidre Brook recently met with the Housing Minister Kevin Stewart to discuss their concerns about the situation in Lorne Street. Continue reading Housing Minister steps in to support Lorne tenants
The Independent Scottish Fuel Poverty Strategic Working Group has updated the Housing Minister on their interim findings – and informed the Minister that the fuel poverty target will not be met this year. The Scotttish Greens have urged the Housing Minister to ‘take the failure seriously’. Continue reading Fuel poverty target missed
The first parts of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act were introduced yesterday when changes on the use of common good land, business rates for shooting and deerstalking and deer management came into force. Continue reading Our land: Land Reform Act comes into force
‘Scotland is an open and welcoming country and that prejudice, hate and racism will not be tolerated, now or at any time.’
‘We chose to be an open, inclusive and outward-looking society where other EU citizens are welcome to live, work and contribute’ –
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
The Scottish Government’s overriding priority is to protect Scotland’s relationship with, and place in, the EU, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon told Holyrood yesterday. Continue reading First Minister: Scotland has no place for hate and racism
Local MSP’s message to EU nationals
Edinburgh Northern and Leith MSP Ben Macpherson has told EU nationals “you remain welcome here” after Scotland voted overwhelmingly to stay in the European Union last week. Continue reading EUr’e Welcome Here!
