Graham Simpson MSP raises issue of dual mandate Friday, 8 November, 2024 Yesterday, at the Standards, Procedures and Public Appointments Committee, Graham Simpson MSP raised the issue of dual mandates. Debating his amendments to the Scottish Elections (Representation and Reform) Bill, Graham Simpson MSP outlined his reasoning for why Members of the Scottish Parliament should not be permitted to serve as MPs at Westminster. Graham Simpson MSP said: "I am of the clear... Articles
Shadow Transport Minister calls for immediate action on A9 dualling 23rd February 2023 The SNP's decision to ditch their pledge to fully dual the A9 by 2025 is a disgrace and it will further put the lives of local users at risk. Industry experts... Holyrood News
MSP meets staff from the Forth Valley Sensory Centre 22nd February 2023 It was good to meet with the team from Forth Valley Sensory Centre to hear about the centre's work and the lived experiences of those with sight loss. Pictured... Local News
Local MSP welcomes UK funding to help veterans’ healthcare in Lanarkshire 22nd February 2023 Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, has “warmly welcomed” millions in funding from the UK Government for innovative... Local News
MSP highlights alarming drop in special constables in Lanarkshire 17th February 2023 Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, has voiced “deep alarm” at a “significant drop” in the number of special constables... Local News
Shadow Transport Minister meets staff from QTS 15th February 2023 I was delighted to meet Lorna Gibson and Lisa McKellar from The QTS Group at their offices in Drumclog this week to discuss diversity and the future of our rail... Local News
6,400 instances of fly-tipping recorded in Lanarkshire in 2022 13th February 2023 6,400 instances of fly-tipping were recorded in Lanarkshire last year, according to “alarming figures” obtained by the Scottish Conservatives. Responses from... Local News
Lanarkshire MSP visits EK Men’s Shed and calls for funding commitment 10th February 2023 Scottish Conservative MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, visited East Kilbride’s Men’s Shed to hear more about the benefits it brings to local residents... Local News
SNP's unwavering commitment to fully dual A9 in pieces 9th February 2023 In a statement yesterday the Transport Minister, Jenny Gilruth, delivered a crushing blow to the residents of Perthshire and the Highlands. The SNP had promised... Holyrood News
Over 90,000 households in Lanarkshire to receive new Cost of Living payment this spring 8th February 2023 Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson has welcomed a series of payments from the UK Government to help local residents... Local News
