No woman should be forced to choose between living in fear or facing homelessness. Yet this is the reality far too many women in Argyll and Bute face. The SNP Government is taking real, practical action to change that.

A safe, secure, warm home is vital for a life of dignity and opportunity, and too many children in Argyll and Bute are yet to experience that.

By investing in children and young people’s education, the SNP is helping to break the poverty-related cycle in Argyll and Bute.

Find out more about what @actinargyll.bsky.social have been up to in the last few weeks with their August update - including a visit to #ScotlandsRainforest by @jennimintomsp.bsky.social (check out those brollies!) buff.ly/vovGr4w

A brilliant visit to meet the team at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre this morning. I know from my own experience the hugely positive impact centres like Ardentinny can have and it was amazing to hear the enthusiasm and innovative ideas they have.

Pleased to see that the Scottish Government launched yesterday the £10m Changing Places Toilets fund: www.gov.scot/news/investm....

The sun was shining at Kintyre Agricultural Show last Friday! Great to meet with farmers and constituents to discuss a wide range of matters.

Thank you to MOWI for the RIB trip to Sanda Island last week. Along with some members of the local community we saw the site for their proposed fish farm.

Indie is why I joined the SNP. I am looking forward to having conversations with members in A&B and putting Indie front and central to my campaign. Indie is normal.

It was a brilliant fun filled day on Mull for the Highland Games last Thursday. Great to see so many locals and visitors out enjoying themselves as they were entertained by the pipers, dancers, heavyweight champions and athletes! Lovely as always to catch up with Cllr Willie Hume too.

Thanks to the team at An Tobar & Mull Theatre for welcoming me last week. It was great to meet playwrights, potters & actors! I really enjoyed seeing round their excellent facilities.

Very pleased that the Minister for Equalities accepted my invitation to visit the Tinkers Heart, such an important piece of Scotland’s cultural heritage. Always wonderful to see Jess Smith and hear her thought provoking stories.

I'm holding an advice surgery in Dunoon on the 12th of August - please get in touch if you would like an appointment.

My next surgery on Islay will be on Friday 8th August - if you would like an appointment please get in touch.

Here is my latest newsletter

I'm holding a surgery in Campbeltown on Friday 1st August - please get in touch if you would like an appointment.

I'm holding a surgery in Oban later this month - please get in touch if you would like an appointment.

I’m looking forward to being back on Coll & Tiree later this month. If you would like an appointment at my surgeries please contact my office.

This World Refugee Day I’m standing in solidarity with people seeking safety here in Scotland and around the world. Today and every day #AyeWelcomeRefugees

I was delighted to celebrate Scotland's first ever National Day of Movement yesterday with Movement for Health

These figures are hugely encouraging and reflect the dedication and resilience of young people across Argyll & Bute. To see such a high percentage of our school leavers moving into further education training or employment is a clear sign that the SNP’s support for young people is making a difference

I had a brilliant visit to Lorn and Islands Hospital yesterday. It was so positive to hear how Allied Health Professionals are working hard to improve healthcare across Argyll and Bute.

Whilst the UK Labour Government continue to disappoint and have refused to scrap the two child cap our SNP Scottish Government are doing it for them. From 2 March 2026, the Two Child Limit Payment will begin in Scotland – delivered faster than any action of its kind before.

A brilliant morning at the DYW Argyll & Bute Conference today with some truly inspirational speakers. Very exciting to hear about all of the opportunities to increase young people's employability, connect them with local employers, and provide support for their career development.

Thoroughly enjoyed meeting with the Innellan Village Hall Committee this morning. Great to learn about the heritage from Margaret and a wonderful example for #VolunteersWeek

My May Newsletter:

It was a pleasure to meet finalist, Edward Taylor, from Craignish Primary at the RCSLT VoiceBox Awards 2025 today in Parliament. I thoroughly enjoyed his joke!

Last Friday I had an excellent day on Bute catching up with Bute Kitchen as well as a busy advice surgery.

The SNP Government is spending tens of millions every year, including £1,169,526 in Argyll & Bute just to undo the damage done by Westminster. While Labour imposes cuts from Westminster, it’s the SNP standing up for Scotland and delivering real support where it’s most needed.

Over 200 lives a year in Scotland could be saved if more people felt confident in stepping into a first aid emergency. Let's change that. I'm supporting @StAFirstAid #TakingTheFearOutOfFirstAid campaign. Schools, communities & individuals - get involved today.

It was really good to catch up with farmers from across Argyll & the Isles last Friday in Cairndow. Lots of really good discussions.

Great to be out in Hamilton! 💛 Vote @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social 🗳

Great to be out in Hamilton supporting @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social

On Monday I had a wonderful visit to the Lochgoilhead Community Park and Gardens with Sheron and Tim. It is a beautiful space that the Trust and Volunteers have worked so hard on. It is such a lovely asset for the community to have and I am already looking forward to my next visit!

Today is World Bee Day! 🐝 Bees and other pollinators play an essential role in our ecosystems, food systems and livelihoods.

Really enjoyed visiting the Ian Hamilton Findlay Exhibition last Friday at Dunoon MOCA. Special thanks to Kathy & Alastair for showing me around. The Exhibition is open free to the public Fridays & Saturdays 12-5, 10th-31st May at 18 Ferry Brae, Dunoon.

My April Newsletter:

📝 Voters in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse have until midnight tonight to register to vote in the upcoming by-election on the 5th of June. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Vote Katy Loudon SNP on the 5th of June! 🗳️ You can register to vote here: www.gov.uk/register-to-...

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 🧡 Looking after our mental wellbeing matters — this week and every week.

The RTS switch-off takes place on the 30th of June - and it could have real consequences for households that haven’t made the switch.

Carers make and immense contribution to our communities. This investment of over £89 million across Scotland is not just a number, it represents a lifeline for thousands of people who care for loved ones every day, with £1,008,530 going directly to carers in Argyll & Bute.

Foster carers across Argyll & Bute and the whole of Scotland are everyday heroes who give children the love, care and support they need to flourish.

Deeply concerned at Labour's stance on immigration. This will put pressure on an already difficult staffing situation for social care and hospitality. Both are key to Argyll & Bute.

Great to see the future of the Screen Machine secured thanks to a £500,000 grant from the Scottish Government. I look forward to visiting the Screen Machine again soon!

I am very honoured and proud to have been selected by the SNP to stand in Argyll and Bute for re-election to the Scottish Parliament next year.

Congratulations to this year's Goodest Boy, Jim. And @jennimintomsp.bsky.social #HDOTY