I'd love to get your support on my Bill. The consultation for my Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill is open until 24 August. Please share your views on how this Bill can make a real difference across Scotland. yourviews.parliament.scot/sjssc/wellbe...

I raised my concerns about the decision to move the ticket office at Waverley Station to a less accessible location. Accessible and in-person support must be protected, not everyone can rely on digital services. Read more in the article 👇 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/relocat...

ICYMI: Marionville fire station is a critical part of the local community, and its closure would be devastating for our city. If you feel passionately about it reopening, please fill in the consultation below: firescotland.citizenspace.com/sfrs-communi...

Emotional & distressing to hear from James Elder from @Unicef about the vital work they are doing to support people in Gaza. 17,000 children have been killed and 34,000 injured in the past two years. Every single donation helps address this humanitarian crisis— please consider donating.

Great to attend the unveiling of the bronze bust of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, the first non-European to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, crafted by legendary Indian sculptor Ram V. Sutar. A super cultural event alongside my colleagues Dr. Scott Arthur MP & Foysol Choudhury MSP.

Tomorrow is International Day of Co-ops! Great to see the lessons from other countries on how we can expand and develop the cooperative sector of our economy: party.coop/wp-content/b... #internationalcoopday

Great to be at the 78th Edinburgh International Film Festival Launch. The event began at the Cameo Cinema & finished at the Summerhall Gallery. Scotland’s film sector is a vibrant pillar of our city’s culture. Check out the fantastic range of films you can see at www.edfilmfest.org

Please take a look at the survey that is open calling for views on my Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill. 💜

A Member's Bill, introduced by @sarahboyack.bsky.social, looks to promote consideration by public bodies of sustainable development and the wellbeing of future generations. 1/2

Marionville Fire Station is a lifeline for the east of Edinburgh, yet it’s under immense threat. I am standing with Chris Murray MP and Cllr Joan Griffiths to oppose its closure. Sign the petition below to stop this vital station from being permanently shut down. www.change.org/p/save-mario...

It was a pleasure to visit Right There in Pilton and see how their emergency accommodation, one-to one mentoring and long-term support are helping people across Lothian move off the streets, build skills and find secure homes. Please take a further look into their work at rightthere.org 💛

At FMQs today I challenged the FM about the proposed closure of Marionville Station - it provides vital services in the heart of our capital city at a time when our fire services are under increasing pressure. we need more firefighters not cuts

Applications are now open for the Scottish Labour Parliamentary Research Academy! A great opportunity for anyone looking to get started in the field of politics. Make sure to apply by Thursday 19th June. scottishlabour.org.uk/labour-parli...

I pressed the Scottish Government what they more will do to assist councils in developing not for profit heat networks. We also need regional networks so that councils can work together to maximise the benefits of heat & power across Scotland

Delighted that the First Minister committed to look at securing the Filmhouse the final capital which would address accessibility & efficiency, ahead of its opening on the 27th of June

The Filmhouse is finally reopening on the 27th of June. This is a fantastic day for all those who have fought and campaigned so hard to secure a future for this great cultural institutio news.stv.tv/east-central...

To create well-paid renewables jobs, we need more investment to support supply chains and manufacturing now. Instead, the Scottish Government have kicked the can down the road until after the Scottish Parliament election.

Great to meet with some American exchange students from the International Educational Exchange, in Holyrood to discuss Scottish politics and Scottish Labour. Was great to hear such engaged questions and have such an in-depth discussion.

I had an amazing time being shown around the King’s Theatre to see the fantastic work the team are undertaking. They have ambitious plans to upgrade the facility while keeping it authentic to the original design.

Great to catch up with the Fire Brigade Union in support of their campaign to deliver a full 52-week maternity pay for fire fighters. It is critical that our fire fighters get adequate working conditions to help increase retention and quality of life.

It is clear the SNP dropped their 20% reduction in car usage target because they were going to miss it. We need leadership with a plan, that provides affordable, accessible & reliable public transport & safer streets.

The EIJB has made draconian cuts to charities due to the Scottish Government’s underfunding. Edinburgh Council has stepped in but I asked Shona Robinson if she is aware just how bad the situation is getting here in Edinburgh for charities supporting people’s health and wellbeing

We have seen an increase in the number of under 22s using buses but in committee, I asked what steps we are taking to ensure those habits endure after their bus pass expires. It is critical that we ensure young people continue to be able to have access to reliable, affordable public transport.

Great to join the Presiding Officer at the Mayfield and Easthouses Development Trust, on her final visit to mark the 25th anniversary of the Scottish Parliament. It was a fascinating visit as we discussed issues such as the right to food, access to transport, supporting people’s health and wellbeing

Great to catch up with Public Diners, a campaign by Nourish Scotland to enable people to have tasty, affordable food as part of an effort to deliver a universal right to food

Delighted to be in Mayfield and Easthouses today with Lothian MSPs to hear local people’s views on @parliament.scot and ideas for the future. I'm looking forward to great discussions about how the Parliament can best represent people in Lothian. 🤝MAEDT | Nourish Scotland #ScotParl25

Today, on Workers' Memorial Day, we honour those who have lost their lives in unsafe work places.

I’m calling for the Scottish government to invest in A&E opt-out HIV testing in Edinburgh. This game-changing approach to HIV testing will help to save lives and end new cases of HIV in Scotland by 2030. Thanks to my friend @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social for helping to coordinate this.

It is great to see positive coverage for our roundtable on the future of the Brunton. It was a pleasure to chair and organise the event. This is a vital asset for the cultural scene in Musselburgh and we are all determined to support it. www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/2498916...

A great discussion with a delegation from Malawi in Holyrood, discussing education and retainment and how to boost the relationship between our countries!

Even with extra funding from the UK government the Scottish Government still delivered a real terms cut to the energy efficiency and de-carbonisation budget. To tackle the climate crisis we need investment from the SNP – not cuts.

It was great to hear about proposed plans to reopen the South Suburban Railway in Holyrood. This would massively boost our public transport network and increase our connectivity throughout the city! Find out more here: www.change.org/reopen_the_south_sub

Great to host a roundtable on the future of Musselburgh’s Brunton Theatre - it is critical that we ensure that Musselburgh continues to have a theatre to support art and culture across East Lothian.

The National Lottery Community Fund is a vital lifeline for organisations across Edinburgh and the Lothians. They have contributed over £52m in the last 5 years to projects in our region. It was great to discuss some of the projects that have received funds.

Scotland’s growth in net zero employment contributions are now the lowest in the UK – I asked the First Minister why it has slowed & what his plan is to deliver the net-zero jobs and training Scotland urgently needs.

I am proud to have this in Edinburgh South West!

Great to catch up with Cancer Research UK at Scottish Labour Conference. It is critical we achieve a smoke-free future to ensure we tackle cancer rates.

Some young people now have free bus passes but no buses to use them on. This is the consequence of cuts to bus routes, which disproportionately hit rural areas. I raised this with the Minister at the Net Zero Committee in Holyrood.

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Community energy is vital for Scotland's future

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This is such a common sense policy.

Starmer confirms £200m from the National Wealth Fund will be invested in Grangemouth, to support a transition to the new green economy.

This is the result of years of environmental failure and inaction by the SNP. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Really important commitment by Anas & Jackie. The challenge of accessing GP appointments is regularly raised by constituents. www.scotsman.com/news/politic...

Great to join to hear about the positive impact of Health All Round for communities and from constituents who’s health and well-being has significantly benefited from their services. Find out more here👇 www.healthallround.org.uk/our-services

Great to catch up with Our Seas Coalition in Holyrood today and see their Coastal Testimonies exhibition, which highlights experience and perspectives from people across Scottish coastal communities

Passengers across the Lothians are about to pay the price for the 3rd SNP Scotrail ticket increase in just over a year. An all-day return from Glasgow to Edinburgh will now set passengers back £32.60. This isn’t good enough, the Lothians needs a change of direction.