Public feels betrayed by Labour broken promises Wednesday, 14 January, 2026 Please see a comment from John Lamont MP following his speech in Parliament last night on the petition, signed by more than one million people including over 1,000 in the Borders, calling for a General Election. Borders MP John Lamont said: “The scale of this petition, within just two years of the formation of a new government, should set alarm bells ringing for Sir Keir Starmer. “The public feels... Speeches in Parliament
John Lamont MP comment on Scottish Budget 13th January 2026 Borders MP John Lamont said: "This budget is a letdown for Borders residents who want to see the roads fixed and essential local services improved. "Council... Holyrood News
Offering support to make progress on Borders Railway 6th January 2026 Local politicians offer support to make progress on Borders Railway The local MP and MSP have said they will offer their support to the UK and Scottish... Local News
MP praises 'incredible' posties at most challenging time 2nd January 2026 Posties do an amazing job throughout the year, but Christmas is an especially busy time for them, as I'm sure we can all appreciate. I was delighted to recently... Local News
Christmas card competition winner announced 18th December 2025 The winner of the 2025 Christmas card competition organised by the local MP and MSP has been announced, with Rowan from Coldstream Primary School taking the top... Local News
My Christmas message for 2026 16th December 2025 By John Lamont MP Christmas is nearly upon us and I hope you all have plans to spend time with family and friends. While this is a time to be joyful, the... Opinions
Opposing digital ID and demanding a grooming gangs inquiry 16th December 2025 By John Lamont MP I recently spoke in the House of Commons about my serious concerns regarding Labour's plans to introduce a national digital ID scheme. Nearly... Opinions
LNER services at Berwick 'not acceptable', says Borders MP 11th December 2025 John Lamont MP said LNER services at Berwick train station are "not acceptable" in a UK Parliament debate he brought forward last week. After a recent timetable... Local News
No to flawed digital ID plans 9th December 2025 The flawed proposal for digital ID is an example of state overreach that strikes at our fundamental right to privacy. This plan will waste millions of pounds of... Local News
Labour Budget a 'let down' for working people 28th November 2025 Labour's latest Budget is a let down for working people. Once again, Labour have broken promises, increased bills on working people, and damaged the economy... Local News
