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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 year, lets hope 2022 is a better year for rail users.

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 numeracy levels have fallen by 4%. I asked the Cabinet Secretary to listen to groups like Reform Scotland. 

I questioned Graeme Dey about rail fare increases and he has agreed to meet me.  We need to do better. 

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 call comes after his party colleague Jamie Greene launched his Member’s Bill consultation to overhaul Scotland’s justice system and put vict

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 are needed over the Christmas period- she wouldn't say,

Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, says the SNP Government must bring in a cancellation compensation fund to prevent job losses caused by changes to Covid guidance. Mr Simpson’s call comes as businesses in Lanarkshire are hit by a wave of cancellations foll

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 Lindsay House, their supported accommodation unit, which South Lanarkshire Council currently have plans to relocate. The group support approx

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 to her reply!

Central Scotland MSP, Graham Simpson, led a Members’ business debate in The Scottish Parliament last night on the Scottish Government’s announcement that it will no longer fully dual the East Kilbride rail line. Local MSPs from all parties agreed with Mr Simpson’s motion, including East Kilbride MS

I asked the Transport Minister what he response to was to the Rail Union's 'A vision for Scotland's Railways' report. He didn't say what he thought but committed to give a statement on nationalisation which cannot come soon enough. You can read the report here: