I am pleased to launch the consultation for my Member’s Bill – the Freedom of Information Reform (Scotland) Bill. It is vitally important people have the right to full disclosure about how they’re governed and how their services are delivered in a democratic society. Yet despite being recognised as a substantive human right, freedom of […]
Ferguson Marine
The governance, management and financial safeguarding at Ferguson Marine has been appalling, but the right lessons must be learned. Yard workers and islanders have been failed at every turn. These ferries need to be delivered and the jobs need to be here, not outsourced abroad.
Ardrossan Surgery
I am looking forward to holding a surgery at my constituency office in Ardrossan on 18th March. If you need help or advice with any issue or concern, please call to book an appointment on 01294 605655.
Rent Controls
It was good to get confirmation yesterday the Scottish Government is introducing legislation for a rent controls scheme this Summer. Tenants have suffered enough dithering on this issue. Only by tackling ownership and regulation in the sector will we improve housing for all.
Letter to the SNP Leadership Contenders
The Scottish Government’s proposal for a “National Care Service” is yet another exercise in outsourcing. It’s not too late to come forward with a genuinely not-for-profit care service. I’ve written to the three SNP leadership contenders to ask that they commit to pause the process.
Student Rent Freeze
Consultation on FOI Reform Bill
FOI affects almost every area of politics and how our society is run. Yet currently, private providers of vital public services such as care homes are entirely exempt from this kind of transparency. It’s time for this to end. Please participate in my consultation for reform before it ends on 14 March: http://ow.ly/zgzT50MION3
Arran Surgery
I am looking forward to holding a surgery on the Isle of Arran at 11am on Friday 24th February. If you need help or advice with any issue or concern, please do drop-in.
Cornton Vale
I am deeply concerned about the seeming lack of contingency planning once Cornton Vale prison closes and have written to the Scottish Government to highlight this.
Fire Brigades Union Debate
Over 100 of Scotland’s fire stations lack adequate showering facilities to wash away the cancer causing toxins firefighters are exposed to. Some don’t have a water supply. As I set out in the debate below, the Scottish Government must urgently invest to upgrade facilities.
Irvine Surgery
I am looking forward to holding a surgery in Irvine at 10am on Saturday 14th January. If you need help or advice with any issue or concern, please do drop-in.