My comment on the Forth being award Green Freeport status 13th January 2023 MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson said: “I’m delighted that the UK Government and Scottish Government have jointly selected the Forth Green Freeport to... Local News
MSP calls on SNP to rapidly address the attainment gap 12th January 2023 Educational attainment is continuing to decline in Scotland and it's not good enough for the SNP to constantly blame Covid as this issue predates the pandemic... Holyrood News
Less than a quarter of pothole claims compensated by cash-strapped Lanarkshire council 12th January 2023 Less than a quarter of claims for damage caused by potholes were compensated by North Lanarkshire Council in the last three years. Figures obtained by the... Local News
MSP welcomes UK Parliament debate on bravery award 11th January 2023 In the last few years, myself and the Lanarkshire Police Historical Society have been calling on the UK government to create an award for emergency workers... Holyrood News
Lanarkshire MSP showcases General Aviation sector 11th January 2023 It was a pleasure to sponsor an event on behalf of the Light Aircraft Association last night in The Scottish Parliament and showcase the variety of sectors... Holyrood News
MSP discusses Circular Economy Bill with FOE Scotland 10th January 2023 It was good to catch up with Kim Pratt from Friends of the Earth Scotland to hear her thoughts about the Circular Economy Bill which will be introduced to The... Holyrood News
My comment on the passing of the Gender Recognition Reform Bill 23rd December 2022 Please find my comment on Parliament passing the Gender Recognition Reform Bill below. MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson said: “Many residents in... Holyrood News
Lanarkshire MSP raises South Lanarkshire College situation with Education Minister 22nd December 2022 Today I raised the situation at South Lanarkshire College with the Minister for Higher Education, Jamie Hepburn. Keeping the college principal at home for 13... Local News
Deflection and evasion by the First Minister on smart ticketing 15th December 2022 In this weeks edition of "a simple answer to a simple question" I asked Nicola Sturgeon when she will announce plans for a smart travel card. This policy was... Holyrood News