Largs has over 11,000 residents but will be left without a single bank from this summer. Residents must be able to access face-to-face banking services. The Scottish Government must help deliver a banking hub for Largs.
Winter timetable cuts to the Largs-Cumbrae ferry route
I have written to the Scottish Government urging them to engage with the local community, CalMac and Transport Scotland to stop proposed cuts to the winter timetable on the Largs-Cumbrae ferry route. Cuts made to the summer timetable must also be reversed.
Violence in North Ayrshire’s schools
It’s deeply concerning that there has been a 60% rise in violent incidents in North Ayrshire schools since 2022. This reflects a national trend with violence in Scotland’s schools having doubled since 2021 under the SNP. There has been an over 180% increase in secondary schools and a 113% rise in primary schools. Despite repeated […]
Ongoing issues with Arran ferry services
The people of Arran are once again facing disruption and cancellation to their vital lifeline ferry services. Last week, there were issues with the Glen Sannox. Now, it’s the Caledonian Isles suffering from problems. The Scottish Government must act to restore a regular and reliable service for islanders.
Rail services to Glasgow Central to be restored tomorrow
I’m pleased that rail services are to return to their normal timetable on the Ardrossan Harbour and Largs lines to Glasgow Central from Wednesday. If there are any issues with services going forward, please do not hesitate to get in touch with my office at Katy.Clark.MSP@parliament.scot or on 01294 605 655
Opposing cuts to social care in North Ayrshire
North Ayrshire is set to see drastic cuts to social care which will be restricted to critical care only, as a result of the huge deficit facing North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership. I have asked the Scottish Government to intervene and provide emergency funding so that these cuts do not go ahead from […]
FOI Reform Bill passes Stage 1
I’m pleased that the Scottish Parliament has supported the general principles of my Freedom of Information (FOI) Reform Bill. But it’s disappointing that there will be no progress before the election in May. The next Parliament after May must legislate to deliver FOI reform.
Cuts to North Ayrshire social care services
It’s outrageous that families in North Ayrshire are being asked to choose which cuts they want to their care services. The health authority is forcing people to pick from a series of terrible options that would all mean severely cutting provision for those in need. It’s shameful to take a ‘pick and mix’ approach to […]
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
I support calls from the Fire Brigades Union Scotland for a properly funded, resourced, and fit for purpose Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. We must protect firefighter jobs, reduce response times, repair our stations, and provide a safe working environment for our firefighters.
Better buses for West Scotland
Passengers across West Scotland have been let down by cuts to bus routes, expensive fares, and impractical timetables. I was pleased to meet with activists from the Better Buses Strathclyde campaign to support plans for bus franchising so that the needs of passengers are put before profit.