Borders residents concerned by mega-pylons, wind farms and battery storage sites Monday, 2 February, 2026 By John Lamont MP People across the Scottish Borders feel very strongly about what is happening to our countryside. I regularly hear from local residents who are very frustrated by the sheer number of energy projects that are being proposed near our towns and villages. Recently, I saw the depth of this feeling at the first ever South of Scotland Convention of Community Councils, which was held in... Opinions
John Lamont MP signs statement calling for energy project pause in Borders 22nd January 2026 John Lamont MP has signed a joint statement calling for all energy projects to be paused, alongside the South of Scotland Convention of Community Councils. John... Local News
Public feels betrayed by Labour broken promises 14th 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... 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
