Minor boundary changes proposed for Borders constituency 14th October 2021 The Boundary Commission for Scotland has published its initial proposals for a new map of UK Parliamentary constituencies in Scotland. Minor changes around... Articles
Local MP backs broadband for jobseekers 14th October 2021 John Lamont MP has backed the UK Government’s partnership with TalkTalk and Jobcentre Plus to provide jobseekers with six months of free broadband. The UK wide... Articles
Borders politicians call for Selkirk traffic solution 13th October 2021 John Lamont MP and Rachael Hamilton MSP have called for action to be taken to address large vehicle traffic problems in Selkirk's town centre. This comes after... Articles
Prime Minister plans to upgrade the A1 north of the border 12th October 2021 John Lamont MP and Rachael Hamilton MSP have both welcomed comments from the Prime Minister Boris Johnson, to upgrade the A1 north of Berwick. The Prime... Articles
UK Government delivers for Borders’ emergency services 11th October 2021 The Scottish Borders has seen the installation of 12 new Extended Area Services (EAS) masts. The masts have been installed as part of an upgrade to the... Articles
Borders politicians welcome prospectus on completing railway 8th October 2021 John Lamont MP and Rachael Hamilton MSP have welcomed the recommendations of the Borderlands Partnership prospectus on the Borders Railway. The prospectus... Articles
Borders MP joins Alzheimer’s Research UK to support dementia research 28th September 2021 To mark World Alzheimer’s Month, John Lamont MP joined Alzheimer’s Research UK at an event in Parliament to show his support for dementia research. The aim of... Articles
UK Government to introduce carer’s leave 27th September 2021 The UK Government will introduce one week’s leave for unpaid carers, helping people to balance a job with caring for a dependant. The move is set to benefit... Articles
All tips to go to staff under new government plans 24th September 2021 The UK Government will introduce legislation to stop unscrupulous businesses from taking tips meant for staff, providing a boost to hospitality workers in the... Articles