Applications now open for Creative Scotland Culture Collective Fund. 🗓️ Stage 1 deadline: 2pm, 22 Oct 2025 ℹ️ Info session: 13 Oct, 10–11am 💡 Want to apply or learn more? Head to 👉 creativescotland.com/.../target.....

🚋Drylaw & Telford Community Council is holding a public meeting TODAY about the proposed tram extension to the north of the city. This is your chance to hear more and share your views on how the plans could affect your neighbourhood. 📍 Where: Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre 🕕 When: Tonight, 6pm

🏘️ Big news for Leith! Cables Wynd House and Linksview House will undergo a £69m transformation, improving safety, warmth and energy efficiency for 300+ families. Great to see this major Council housing investment in our community! Read more: shorturl.at/eRR5t

Did you know over 600,000 people in Scotland live with chronic kidney disease, yet there’s no national plan to support them? 📰 I’ve written about it in the Edinburgh Evening News. Read the full piece here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...

Albion Road remains closed to enable emergency repairs to a collapsed manhole ⛔🚧 We’re awaiting an update from @scottishwater.bsky.social this week on the progress of repairs and when the road is expected to reopen. More information: www.scottishwater.co.uk/In-Your-Area...

📢 Have your say on the future of Drylaw Shopping Centre! There’s still time to share your views before the survey closes on Wednesday 8 October. 👉 Take part here: shorturl.at/rVBEK

Did you know that learning how to float could save your life? Advice from RNLI has already helped save more than 50 people. 💧Tilt your head back 💧Relax 💧Move your hands and legs Visit and share this advice 👉RNLI.org/FloatGuide #RNLI #WaterSafety #FloatToLive

The SFRS consultation may be closed, but I’ll continue voicing our community concerns. Marionville must not close. It should be rebuilt 👇🔥🚒 #StopTheCuts #SaveOurFireService

It was such a pleasure to speak to Bushra Riaz and thank her for her hard work with Kidney Research UK ♥️ With her role in policy and external affairs, Bushra is not only dedicated to advancing kidney research across the UK but also committed to engaging and supporting the BAME community.

A sweet start to the day at the Macmillan Coffee Morning in the Scottish Parliament 💚 Great to join Jackie Baillie MSP and Paul O’Kane MSP in supporting Macmillan Cancer Support and their incredible work for people living with cancer.

Honoured to meet with Kidney Research UK this #OrganDonationWeek to highlight the life-changing impact of donation. 💜 1 donor = up to 9 lives saved or transformed 💜 Every organ is a gift of life Please register and share your decision today 👉 organdonation.scot #LeaveNoDoubt #OrganDonationWeek

In September we mark Suicide Prevention Day, but Scotland faces an alarming reality. Under the SNP, young people wait months or years for mental health support — a crisis that reflects the wider collapse of our NHS. 📰Read it at the @scotsman.com shorturl.at/UqjMx

It’s time for a New Direction for Scotland with Foysol Choudhury MSP, Scottish Labour Party Candidate for Edinburgh Northern 🌹. A huge thank you to everyone who joined me campaigning today in Beaverhall. Another fantastic session, your support and energy make all the difference.

Last Saturday, I had the joy of attending Unveiling Grace – A Solo Bharatanatyam Evening by Mohul Chatterjee, organised by Nikkan dance academy.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to take part in the Climate Lobby at Holyrood, organised by the Stop Climate Chaos Scotland coalition. It was really meaningful to come together with constituents, listen to their concerns, and have open conversations about the urgent challenges of climate change.

Marionville Fire Station needs it rebuilt - not closed. 🚒 Our fire service is already stretched to its limits. Without proper investment from the Scottish Government, the current model will continue to struggle, and our communities will be the one to pay the price. #CutsLeaveScars

It was great to meet some representatives from the SAMS Marine Science (Scotland), as they talked about the dangers of whale entanglement in creel fishing ropes. #marinescience

Last week I stood in solidarity with @fbunational.bsky.social Scotland and met firefighters at the Scottish Parliament to discuss the deeply concerning Fire Service Delivery Review – and its impact on Marionville. #CutsLeaveScars #ProtectOurFireService

I had the privilege of attending the AHPFS celebration at the Scottish Parliament, highlighting the vital work of Allied Health Professionals, the NHS’s third largest workforce, in Scotland’s health and community care. #workingforyou #ScotlandHealth

The V&A Dundee reception at the Scottish Parliament was a brilliant opportunity to celebrate Dundee’s design heritage and look ahead to its future. #ScottishParliament #VADundee #DesignInScotland #DesignHeritage

Today we were in Redbraes, delivering leaflets and speaking with local residents. The choice is clear: another decade of SNP failure, or a New Direction with Scottish Labour, fixing our NHS, improving schools and delivering safer streets. #FoysolChoudhury #EdinburghNorthern #ScottishParliament

Great to catch up with Crisis Scotland at the Scottish Parliament this week. We spoke about Part 5 of the Housing Bill, which has been shaped by lived experience and designed to prevent homelessness before it begins. A big thank you to Crisis for their tireless campaigning. #HousingScotlandBill

Great catching up with Joynal Islam and Nazrul from ATN Bangla at the Scottish Parliament this week. Their work highlights the voices and stories of our community, and it’s inspiring to continue building those connections.

Great to meet members of the SYP this week at the launch of their 2026–2031 Manifesto, “Dear Scotland’s Future”, written by young people, for young people. It highlights the issues that matter most to young people and sets out their bold vision for change in the years ahead.

Pleased to attend today’s Cross-Party Group on India meeting. An honour to welcome H.E. Mr. Vikram K. Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India to the UK, who shared valuable insights on the recent UK–India trade deal and our growing partnership.

It was great to attend the Nature of Scotland Awards Shortlist Reception in parliament, which was hosted by RSPB Scotland and Nature Scot. I enjoyed speaking to some of the fantastic organisations whose projects have been shortlisted for the final awards ceremony in November.

The 18th International Fair Trade Towns Conference brought global voices to Edinburgh. Here’s a quick snap of those moments! Thank you to everyone who attended, and to @scottishfairtrade for being the driving force behind it. youtube.com/shorts/NS_TG...

Yesterday I pressed the Scottish Government on how it will safeguard vital carbon mitigation research at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh while the Biomes project secures funding. #ClimateAction #CarbonMitigation #Biodiversity #RoyalBotanicGarden #BiomesProject

Last Friday I attended the Drylaw Shopping Centre consultation and was shocked by the state of the area. It’s clear that big improvements are needed, with safer lighting and brighter, more welcoming spaces for the community.

Yesterday I joined the vigil organised by the Himalayan Centre for Arts & Culture outside the Scottish Parliament. Alongside many others, I stood in silence and solidarity to remember the young lives so tragically lost in Nepal. #Nepal

Yesterday I had the pleasure to meet the team from BT Group to celebrate #999Day and recognise the incredible work of their frontline staff, who support our emergency services every single day. ⚠️ Remember: 999 is for life-threatening emergencies only. 📞Call NHS 111 for non-emergency medical advice

In August, I was invited by Scottish Contemporary Art Network (SCAN) to explore the latest project by the arts charity Outer Spaces, a vibrant hub inside this temporary space, which also hosted the Edinburgh Art Festival Pavilion. 📰 Read the full story in The Evening News: 🔗 shorturl.at/NXZWI

Another great campaign session. Thank you to everyone who joined and supported. 🌹 A New Direction for Edinburgh Northern. It’s time for change. It’s time for progress. It’s time to put people first at the next Scottish Parliament election. #FoysolChoudhury #EdinburghNorthern #NewDirection #SP26

I am proud that Scotland hosted this global conversation, and excited to see the collaborations that will follow. 📰 Read the full story in The North Edinburgh News: 🔗 nen.press/tag/internat...

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, I'm sharing an important message from @samaritans.bsky.social: 📞 If you’re struggling to cope or need support, Samaritans are here for you. You can call them free on 116 123, anytime.

A New Direction for Edinburgh Northern starts in Drylaw. 🌹 It’s time for change. It’s time for progress. It’s time to put people first at the next Scottish Parliament election. 🗳️ #Vote #ScottishLabour #FoysolChoudhury 📍 #EdinburghNorthern | #May2026 #SP2026

The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm. You will not need to take any action. The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather. Find out more at gov.uk/alerts.

I’m backing the #RightToKnow Bill from Katy Clark MSP because people deserve transparency and accountability.

Yesterday in Parliament, I spoke about the urgent need to raise awareness of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). #CKD #KidneyHealth #ScottishParliament #PublicHealth

Yesterday I met Judith Connell from Kidney Care UK ahead of the debate on Chronic Kidney Disease. Over 600,000 people in Scotland live with CKD, yet there’s still no government framework. Behind every number is a family, a story, and daily challenges that deserve to be seen and supported.

This week I met with the team from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to hear about the incredible projects they support across Scotland, and how their funding helps bring community-led heritage projects to life. #HeritageFund #NationalLottery

A very engaging panel at the International Fair Trade Towns Conference 2025 in Edinburgh. The discussion on Structures and Systems to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) featured policymakers, campaigners and academics exploring how Fair Trade can help deliver meaningful system change.

Delighted to join the opening of the International Fair Trade Towns Conference 2025 at Edinburgh City Chambers 🌎 Inspiring to hear from delegates worldwide, committed to building fairer trade communities. Edinburgh is proud to welcome this important global event. #FairTrade #Scotland #Edinburgh

Delighted to host delegates of the 18th International Fair Trade Towns Conference 2025 at the Scottish Parliament yesterday with my colleague Sarah Boyack MSP. A wonderful opportunity to welcome members from across the world and showcase Scotland’s commitment to Fair Trade @fairtradeat.bsky.social

From vulnerable individuals pushed out of temporary accommodation, to staff working long hours for low pay, to performers priced out of the stage, the hidden cost of our festival economy is heavier than we admit. 📰 Read the full story in The North Edinburgh News: nen.press/behind-the-f...

Great to visit BBC Scotland offices in Edinburgh today, and discuss the importance of public service broadcasting as well as the BBC's role in supporting Scotland's creative sector. #workingforyou #bbcscotland

📢 Have your say on the future of Drylaw Shopping Centre! The City of Edinburgh Council is consulting on plans to improve safety, access & sustainability. Community drop-in: 📍 Next to Farmfoods, Drylaw SC 📅 Thu 4 Sept | 4–7pm Survey open until 8 Oct: consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/drylaw-c...

Delighted to welcome Priya Mallick, the renowned Bollywood singer, to Scotland & the Scottish Parliament 🎶 Many thanks to Mithila Cultural Society UK & Edinburgh Bihari Community for making this special visit possible and celebrating our vibrant cultural connections. #PriyaMallick #Bollywood

Last week we took part in @scotparl.bsky.social annual Festival of Politics. The Dreaming of a Fairer Future for Culture panel was hosted by @foysolchoudhury.bsky.social and fellow panellists were Culture Counts, @creativedundee.bsky.social @brownbearofficial.bsky.social #festivalofpolitics25

Last Saturday I had the pleasure of visiting Outer Spaces at their Edinburgh Art Festival Pavilion on Leith Street and seeing the Project Cube Studio Programme in action. 📷 Photos by Neil Hanna