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
Tory MSP visits Coatbridge-based freight operator 10th January 2022 Shadow Minister for Transport Graham Simpson MSP visited freight operator Streamline Shipping at their terminal in Coatbridge to hear about their work and the... Local News
2022 must be a better year for Scotland's railways 23rd December 2021 I asked the Transport Minister to offer some hope for Scotland's railways. The Minister chose not take me up my offer. With ScotRail being nationalised next... Holyrood News
Scotland's education attainment gap is a national scandal 22nd December 2021 The widening attainment gap in Scotland's schools is shocking. For P1, P4 and P7 students combined: reading, writing and literacy levels are all down 5% and... Holyrood News
SNP must rethink 4% rail fares increase 21st December 2021 I questioned Graeme Dey about rail fare increases and he has agreed to meet me. We need to do better. Holyrood News
Tory MSP praises launch of Victims Law consultation 16th December 2021 Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, is urging local people to engage in proposals for a new Victims Law. Mr Simpson’s... Holyrood News
More hero volunteers needed to tackle Omicron variant 15th December 2021 I raised concerns about the welfare of Scotland's army of hero volunteers. I asked the First Minister how they intend to support vaccinators and how many more... Holyrood News
MSP calls on SNP to establish cancellation compensation fund 14th December 2021 Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, says the SNP Government must bring in a cancellation compensation fund to prevent... Local News
MSP visits housing charity in East Kilbride 13th December 2021 MSP Graham Simpson visited housing charity Ypeople in East Kilbride village to hear about their work across South Lanarkshire. He met staff and residents at... Local News
FM calls on Harvie to set a good example 9th December 2021 I asked the First Minister what she thought of Patrick Harvie's recent cycling behaviour. She said she would look into it and get back to me. I'll look forward... Holyrood News
