⛏️New art exhibition at the National Mining Museum Scotland now open! The "Beneath the Surface" exhibition explores the lives, memories and enduring legacy of Scotland's mining communities. 📍Activity Room, National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange 🕒Open daily, 10am–5pm

🇩🇪 Yesterday I met with German students focusing on UK history and politics. It was great to hear their passion and interest in how the Scottish Parliament functions. I hope you enjoyed your visit.

🏅I submitted the below motion to celebrate Newtongrange Primary School on being awarded the SportScotland Gold School Sport Award for 2026-28. 🥳Keep up the good work!

🐈I submitted the below motion to celebrate Heritage Vets in Dalkeith on their wins at the 2026 Best UK Vets Awards. 🥳Keep up the good work!

Each year I look forward to attending as many gala days in the constituency as possible, and this year did not disappoint. Read my latest press release below: 📰http://www.colinbeattiemsp.org/news/colin-beattie-msp-celebrates-the-importance-of-community-gala-days

🎺Would you like to learn how to play an instrument? St David's Brass band are hosting a free taster session for all ages. 📅13th and 21st June 🕧10:00-16:00 📍Vogrie Hall, Gorebridge

🗣️Tonight I will be leading the debate on recognising the damaging impact of antisocial behaviour. I share my constituents concerns and agree that more must be done to address this. 📺You can tune in via www.scottishparliament.tv

🥳Congratulations to the leaders of the 1st Rosewell Rainbows, Brownies and Guides on receiving the Uniformed Volunteer Award. 👇I submitted the below motion to recognise your great achievement.

Last week I attended the 150th anniversary of the Loanhead & Lasswade Lodge St Leonard. All the best going forward.

🎒Applications for Best Start Grant School Age Payment are now open. This will help towards the costs associated when your child starts primary school. 👇Find out more and apply here: www.mygov.scot/best-start-g...

We must see progress on the Sheriffhall Roundabout project. Today I asked the Scottish Government for an update and was assured that the Cabinet Secretary is awaiting urgent advice on officials. I will continue to press the Scottish Government until the project is delivered.

Take part in the proposed Community Tennis and Padel Centre Consultation Event: 📅Thu 11 June 📍Danderhall Community Hub, 59 Edmonstone Road, Danderhall, EH22 1QL 🕧16:00-19:30 More info: www.lansdownracketcentreconsultation.com

👏19 year old Kaiden McCann from Newtongrange rescued a man from a burning flat. I submitted the below parliamentary motion recognising his heroic act. Thanks for your bravery Kaiden.

📢Share your thoughts on what outdoor recreation and amenity provision you would like to see at Shawfair. 👇Details of the consultation are below:

@VOCALMidlothian offer numerous free group sessions for volunteers practical guidance, useful skills, and opportunities to connect with other unpaid carers including: - Peer support groups - Mindfulness sessions - Information and advice Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/vocal-care...

🚌I lodged the below members' business motion for the parliament to debate the importance of improving bus services in rural areas. This is especially important for Midlothian North since the withdrawal of Lothian Buses' 46 service.

I’m supporting @bladdercanceruk #PeeAware campaign to help people spot the signs of bladder cancer early. 🚩 Red, pink, orange, or brown pee. 🚩 Increased urgency or frequency. 🚩 Persistent UTIs. Contact your GP or 111 if you notice a change. peeaware.org

I would like to sincerely thank everyone who placed their faith in me and voted for me to represent Midlothian North at the Scottish Parliament. 📰https://www.midlothianview.com/news/i-would-like-to-sincerely-thank-everyone-who-placed-their-faith-in-me

🧑‍⚕️Throughout the campaign period, improving GP access was consistently raised. I have written to the Scottish Government requesting that a new walk-in centre is opened in Midlothian North as soon as possible. colinbeattiemsp.org/news/midloth...

📢Mining Remediation Authority (MRA) Community Update Meeting 📅Wed 13 May 🕒17:30 📍Dalkeith Miners Club Join the MRA this week for an update on the permanent solution for the pipeline and what this will mean for works in the area.

💛Honoured to have been re-elected as your MSP. Thank you to everyone who put their faith in me. I will give it my all to stand up for our community. I would also like to thank all the other candidates for their contributions to the spirited campaign.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Tomorrow is polling day! Vote #SNP for a government that will always be on Scotland's side. 💛#BothVotesSNP on May 7th.

Today I spoke with community organiser Asif Bashir on the important work he has undertaken to bring our community together.

⚡Thanks to the volunteers spreading the word that Scotland's energy resources should be in Scotland's hands. Make it #BothVotesSNP on May 7th.

💛SNP policies are making a positive difference in peoples lives. Make it #BothVotesSNP on May 7 for a SNP government that will always be on Scotland's side.

Happy Easter to everyone celebrating!

As the Parliamentary session has now ended and we move into the campaign period as I seek re-election on the 7th of May, there is a couple of changes I'd like to make you aware of👇

A historic SNP majority can unlock transformational change with independence - and make Nigel Farage irrelevant in Scotland’s Parliament. Without it, there is always the risk of a grubby Labour-Reform deal. #BothVotesSNP on May 7th is the only way to ensure Scotland’s future in Scotland’s hands.

I recently met with ME Action UK to hear more about their important work fighting for equality for people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. Thanks for speaking with me.

📰It has always been and remains an honour to be the representative at the Scottish Parliament for a committed, hard-working and passionate communities in Midlothian. You can read my last Midlothian View column before the election below.

👮Violent crime has fallen by 42% since 2008-09, according to the latest Scottish Crime and Justice Survey (SCJS). More must be done but we should be proud of the efforts of police, justice and community safety partners. More: www.gov.scot/news/propert...

⚡I recently spoke with Electrical Safety First to hear more about their work in reducing deaths and injuries caused by electrical accidents.

Extra support for families with young children. Make it #BothVotesSNP on Thursday 7th May 2026 for a Scottish Government that is on your side.

My statement on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill.

Last weekend I spoke to @chsscotland.bsky.social about their important work helping people with a condition to live their life to the fullest. Thank you for speaking with me. More: chss.org.uk

Changes to Midlothian Bus Services It is important that the current powers available to the Labour led City of Edinburgh Council under the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019 are fully considered and utilised.

🚅Free rail travel for companions accompanying blind NEC + 1 cardholders After a successful trial it will be made permanent from 1st of April. 👇You can read the evaluation here: www.transport.gov.scot/publication/...

🏫The SNP Scottish Government have cleared school meal debt in 70,000 instances. No child should deal with anxiety of school meal debt. Over 230,000 pupils are benefitting from school meals saving families around £450 per year per child. 👇More: www.gov.scot/news/familie...

This morning I visited Pinocchio Nursery in Eskbank to celebrate Scottish Apprenticeship Week. People from all backgrounds are gaining meaningful career opportunities through apprenticeships, creating diverse workforces that benefits business and our society. Thanks for having me. #ScotAppWeek26

🏥NHS Lothian receives funding boost 💛The SNP are delivering record funding for our NHS which is delivering falling waiting times and a rise in operation numbers. 👇More: www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

⚡Labour is maintaining their crippling tax on our energy. Putting our energy security, jobs and net zero ambitions at risk. 🥀The UK Government must end this ill-thought-out tax

📰With the Scottish Parliament elections approaching, voters face a clear choice about the kind of country we want to build. 👇Read my column here: www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/2587753...

⚽Bars and pubs in East Lothian can remain open until after this summers Scotland World Cup fixtures. 🍻This is great news for the industry and for fans across East Lothian. 👇More: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/news/article...

✅Record NHS Funding ✅Peak rail fares removed and a rail fare freeze ✅1,140 hours of free early learning and childcare ✅Free personal care ✅Record investment in affordable housing 💛The SNP delivered a budget focused on Scotland's priorities. More www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

Scotland should not face higher energy bills than elsewhere in the UK. I’m backing this campaign for fair energy pricing for Scottish households and businesses. Add your support: www.believeinscotland.org/end_scotland...

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦The Scottish Government are committed to eradicating child poverty and are taking the necessary steps to do so. Thanks to policies such as the Scottish Child Payment, child poverty rates in Scotland are lower than the rest of the UK. 👇More www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

🇺🇦 I was honoured to take part in this morning's wreath laying ceremony in my capacity as convenor of the Cross-party Group on Ukraine marking the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine. Slava Ukraini

Last week, MSPs joined together to support World Cholangiocarcinoma Day. Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) is a primary liver cancer with sharply rising case numbers in Scotland. You can find out more from AMMF – The Cholangiocarcinoma Charity: ammf.org.uk #WorldCCADay

📰In my Midlothian View column I discuss the importance of supporting former mineworkers in their fight for pension justice. I welcome the UK Government's decision to distribute reserves to members but as discussions proceed fairness must be central. 👇 www.midlothianview.com/news/minewor...

🤱Proud to support the @ParentInfantFdn campaign to pledge to speak up for babies in Scotland. We must ensure that parents and their babies are supported. 👇More: www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...