Statement on Alloa Campus ➡️

I’ve been contacted many times over the years by constituents living with chronic pain. It’s a longstanding issue that affects people across Clackmannanshire and Stirling, and I know how hard it can be to access the right care and support.

Free nuisance call blockers are now available for vulnerable residents across Clackmannanshire and Stirling. I welcome this announcement — these devices will help protect people from nuisance calls and phone scams. It’s an issue I’ve campaigned on, so I’m pleased to see action being taken locally.

Join us this Saturday for our 2025 Conference, featuring @snp.org Deputy Leader @keithbrownmsp.bsky.social 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Any queries about the event or tickets, please get in touch at [email protected] Additionally, OFI will be donating all proceeds to @tht.org.uk and @goodlawproject.bsky.social

SQA results land on Tue 5 Aug. Whatever your outcome, support is available. ☎️ SDS Results Helpline: 0808 100 8000 🗓️ Open: • 5–6 Aug: 8am–8pm • 7–8 Aug: 9am–5pm Advisers can help with uni clearing, college, apprenticeships, jobs, or staying at school. More info: myworldofwork.co.uk

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟒𝟎𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞 & 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐚 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚 Proud to lodge a motion in the Scottish Parliament recognising Menstrie’s unique place in the story of Scotland–Canada relations, from Sir William Alexander’s legacy to the continuing cultural connections celebrated today.

Illegal off-road bike use is putting lives at risk, damaging green spaces and causing serious disruption in our communities. A new campaign from Crimestoppers Scotland, backed by the Scottish Government, encourages people to report concerns anonymously. Find out more and report online 🖱️

The Youth Impact Fund 2025 is now open for young people (16–30) in the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Council areas. Now in its second year, the fund offers up to £500 for individuals and £2,000 for groups to deliver community-focused projects. Closes Mon 7 July.

Around 90,000 unpaid carers across Scotland – including many in Clackmannanshire & Dunblane – will receive an extra £293.50 this month through the SNP Government’s Carer’s Allowance Supplement. Payments made 18–19 June to those eligible as of 14 April.

Is the BBC still delivering for Scotland? At Holyrood's CEEAC Committee, I raised serious concerns over their “appalling” coverage of the Scotland v Greece match - no commentary, delayed start, poor production. Our national games deserve better.

I’ve written to McGill’s Buses, NHS Forth Valley, and the Traffic Commissioner to raise serious concerns over cuts to the H1 and H2 bus services affecting access to Forth Valley Royal Hospital. Many constituents rely on these routes to reach vital care.

Labour’s winter heating U-turn raises more questions than answers. They stripped support from pensioners, now say they’ll “reconsider” — but there’s no start date, no detail, and no clarity from Downing Street.

Great to meet with Matty from Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing — a Dunblane-based brewery with a strong social mission. They create inclusive employment for physically & neurologically diverse people and offer a welcoming, dog-friendly space. Find out more: siwcbrewery.com

RTS electricity meters will be switched off across the UK on 30 June. If not replaced, households risk higher bills and disruption to heating and hot water. Hundreds across Clackmannanshire & Dunblane still use these meters.

I’m proud to welcome the impact of the SNP Government’s Carer Support Payment across Clackmannanshire & Dunblane. Well over £1 million has been delivered to support carers in our constituency — recognising the vital role they play in our communities.

Scotland needs at least 400 more foster carers. Foster carers in Clackmannanshire & Dunblane help young people thrive — no special qualifications needed, just compassion. Find out more 👇 www.gov.scot/fostercare

The SNP’s new Programme for Government will deliver for Clackmannanshire & Dunblane — scrapping peak rail fares, expanding GP access, and putting money back in people’s pockets through real cost of living support.

Since April, more unpaid carers in Clackmannanshire & Dunblane have become eligible for vital financial support. Carer Support Payment earnings limit raised to £196 p/w - a welcome increase based on carer feedback. This means carers can earn more from work without losing out on support.

Over 17,500 Baby Boxes have been delivered in Forth Valley since 2017, thanks to the SNP Scottish Government - giving every child the best start. Alongside the game-changing Scottish Child Payment, this support is vital as household bills rise in a Westminster-made cost of living crisis

In these volatile times, my government will act to protect workers and businesses - which is why I brought forward the Programme for Government from September to next week. We also need action from the UK government: 👉 Scrap damaging fiscal rules 👉 Rebuild EU ties 👉 Reverse the tax on jobs

Private George Alister Walker Ewan will be formally remembered in Dollar. His name will join others on the War Memorial — a lasting tribute to courage, sacrifice, and service. Proud to have supported efforts to ensure he is honoured.

Today @johnswinney.bsky.social announced extra funds to help keep Grangemouth’s skilled workers here in Scotland. Before the election, Labour committed to saving the site. It’s now time they stepped up and matched our funding...

@meetingcentresscot.bsky.social @mareetodd.bsky.social @keithbrownmsp.bsky.social @agescotland.bsky.social @playlistforlife.bsky.social We held our penultimate club in Doune last week, the busiest yet! In April KDT will take over the lead. We are happy to be handing over a successful Meeting Centre.

Five years on from Brexit, my pledge is that Scotland will never go along with the toxic politics of Farage. Being in the mainstream of Europe, as an independent country, is our destiny.