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
Glasgow's LEZ could decimate black cab industry 19th January 2023 I spoke to taxi drivers from Unite the union who are worried that Glasgow's Low Emission Zone, which comes into force in June, could decimate their industry... Holyrood News
Lanarkshire MSP welcomes UK Gov funding for Cumbernauld project 19th January 2023 Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson has “strongly welcomed” millions of levelling up funding from the UK Government. The... Local News
Swinney refuses to rule out additional spending on disastrous ferries 18th January 2023 I asked John Swinney to guarantee that the £60.9 million due to be handed over to Ferguson Marine in 2023-24 will be the last the yard receives - he was... Holyrood News
Shadow Transport Minister visits HVS in Glasgow 16th January 2023 It was wonderful to meet Jawad Khursheed and the rest of the team from HVS (Hydrogen Vehicle Systems) at their office in Glasgow this morning. With HGV's... Holyrood News
MSP praises Lanarkshire-based sustainable fashion outlet 13th January 2023 I was delighted to take in part in a debate on sustainable fashion and highlight the impressive work Lanarkshire-based ACS Clothing are doing to encourage... Holyrood News
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
