Support local businesses over crucial winter period 15th December 2023 We’re lucky to have so many brilliant small businesses operating in the Scottish Borders. To celebrate just a few of them, I recently held my annual Small... Opinions
Huge honour to take part in Remembrance Sunday events 16th November 2023 One of the greatest privileges of being your Member of Parliament is getting the opportunity to remember and celebrate the lives of brave veterans who served... Opinions
UK Government continues cost-of-living support for families 18th October 2023 Inflation is falling, our economy is growing stronger, and household bills are starting to return to normal levels. The worst of the global energy price and... Opinions
12,200 Borders households to receive £300 payment before Christmas 9th October 2023 Inflation is falling, our economy is growing stronger, and household bills are starting to return to normal levels. The worst of the global energy price and... Opinions
Humza Yousaf must invest in mental health services 19th September 2023 Mental health is just as important as your physical health. It’s vital that everybody recognises this and either seeks help themselves, should they need it, or... Opinions
Summer surgery tour is essential to hear your concerns 22nd August 2023 Every year, I go on a summer surgery tour across the Borders. As your MP, I know how important it is to be accountable and accessible to you, my constituents... Opinions
Road investment a necessity for Borders residents 11th August 2023 Since the Green Party became part of the Scottish Government alongside the SNP, many policies have changed for the worse. One of the biggest differences is in... Local NewsOpinions
Borders resident shouldn't pay the price for SNP failures 1st August 2023 We all rely on essential services provided by the local council every single day. Across Scotland, local authorities manage our schools. They oversee planning... Opinions
Paying tribute to selfless Borders volunteers 31st May 2023 We should never take for granted the positive role that volunteers play in our communities. I have a huge amount of admiration for everyone across the Borders... Opinions