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
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
UK Budget must build up Britain's economy 26th November 2025 By John Lamont MP Next week, the UK Labour government will publish their second budget since taking power in 2024. The pressure is on Sir Keir Starmer and... Opinions
Labour should abandon Family Farm Tax 17th November 2025 I recently met with the National Farmers Union Scotland (NFUS) to discuss the challenges facing the industry. Alongside Rachael Hamilton MSP, I visited... Local News
Energy infrastructure must not destroy countryside 10th November 2025 By John Lamont MP Protecting the environment is a noble cause and one that we should all support, but it must be done with pragmatism, common sense and respect... Opinions
Cross-party letter sent to UK rail minister over Berwick train services 3rd November 2025 I have written a joint letter with Berwick MP David Smith to LNER, Network Rail and the UK Minister for Rail regarding local rail services. We recently arranged... Local News
Local MP praises Coldstream business woman on 10th anniversary 29th October 2025 I recently visited Eutopia Beauty Therapy Salon on Coldstream High Street to mark British Beauty Week. Eutopia’s owner, Inna, recently celebrated the 10th... Local News
Borders residents should be able to use hospitals and NHS services in Northumberland 27th October 2025 I believe that people in Berwickshire and the east of the Borders should be able to use NHS services in England if they prefer. I recently raised the issue in... Local News
John Lamont MP holds UK Parliament debate on mega-pylons 24th October 2025 This week I brought forward a debate in the UK Parliament on the impact of electricity infrastructure in rural communities. I reiterated my opposition to the... Local News
