Scottish Parliament to debate on Paisley as Scotland’s Choir Town

I greatly enjoyed attending the Swingle Singers concert, part of the Voices in Paisley Choral Festival 2008 which drew to an end at the weekend. (more…)

Education Cuts

I make no apology for returning to the subject of Renfrewshire Education cuts. The latest move is closing nursery schools. Renfrewshire council are now proposing to shut all 6 nursery schools in Renfrewshire. (more…)

Rogue Retailers Selling Alcohol to Under 18’s

I am acutely aware that a key concern in Renfrewshire and across Scotland is the problems caused by underage drinking. This is made worse by a minority of rogue retailers selling alcohol to under-18s. (more…)

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Sunday Herald Article, Sunday 12th October

Pressure on Ambulance Workers

I am concerned the Scottish Ambulance Service is being starved of adequate funding. (more…)

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Scotland on Sunday article 28/9/08

Welcome to Linwood High

I was particularly delighted to attend the official opening of the new Linwood High Secondary school. (more…)

Scottish Parliament return

With summer recess over, this week sees the start of a busy year in the Scottish Parliament. (more…)

I am very disappointed that this Scottish Government has introduced new means testing for 60-79 year olds to qualify for Central Heating. (more…)

The SNP Scottish Government have announced a review of the free bus travel scheme for Scotland’s pensioners. (more…)