⚖️ The Labour administration have completely abdicated their responsibilities. 👨‍👨‍👦‍👦 The SNP will always stand by the parents, carers and pupils of South Lanarkshire in the face of a dismissive Labour administration that continuously ignores the concerns of our communities.

🚌 The guidance used to assess ‘safe’ walking routes to school is over 20yrs old and not fit for purpose — it doesn't even require a pavement. ❌ Labour have used that document to remove school transport from over 8,000 kids. 🟡 Today we brought a motion requesting a local review. 🥀 They blocked it.

Honoured to have been elected Depute Leader of @snpsouthlan.bsky.social at our AGM yesterday. Looking forward to continue working with our Councillors as we hold the administration to account for the benefit of the people of South Lanarkshire.

📣 Thanks to the SNP ScotGov four schools in South Lanarkshire will benefit from a free school meals pilot for S1-3 pupils in receipt of the Scottish Child Payment. 🧒 A crucial step in our mission to eradicate child poverty, the SNP are delivering for children and investing in our future.

We have submitted an urgent business request to discuss Labour’s cuts to school transport at the Executive Committee meeting this morning. We demand that Councillors have a chance to scrutinise the final details of the cuts before they are introduced - this may be the last opportunity.

Your SNP Councillors took part in today’s Education Committee holding the Labour administration to account. 🚌 We expressed our disappointment that a report on Labour’s school bus cuts with full costing was not brought to this meeting as requested by the SNP.

It's disappointing to see Labour and the Tories team-up again to deny Hamilton community groups funding they need+deserve. £0000s sitting unused specifically for this purpose. We call on Labour+coalition partners to end their austerity agenda and invest in the people & places of South Lanarkshire.

At today’s Executive Committee the SNP Group proposed Cllr Ross Clark as the Council’s Youth Champion. However, Labour and the Lib Dems joined forces with the Tories and Reform UK to vote through the Labour candidate. Labour once again prioritising their unionist pact over good local governance.

Honoured to have been nominated by the SNP group today to become the Council’s Youth Champion. However, it was disappointing to see Labour and the Lib Dems join forces with the Tories and Reform to vote through the Labour nominee. The unionist pact is alive and well in South Lanarkshire.

At what point do you class Labour as a far-right party?

☀️Great to have the First Minister in Larkhall this evening speaking to voters as we campaign to elect the fantastic @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social as our MSP for Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse. #VoteSNP on 5th June

Great to be out campaigning with @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social in Larkhall tonight. Warmest thanks to all the residents who spoke with us. #VoteSNP on June 5 in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse.

Labour trying to out-Reform the Tories. The SNP will take no part in this ugly race to the bottom on immigration.

☀️ A great day out in Hamilton, Larkhall and Quarter campaigning for @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social. 📸 I may have forgotten to take other photos so here is @colindewarsnp.bsky.social on the edge of Tom Thumb’s Park down Millheugh Brae.

🐈 When you can’t get any campaigning done because the candidate is too busy speaking to the local cats. @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social

☀️ Lovely evening out in Larkhall campaigning for @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social to become the next @snp.org MSP for Hamilton, Larkhall & Stonehouse. 🗳️ Vote SNP on Thu 5th June.

☀️ The sun was shining in Burnbank today campaigning for @snp.org candidate @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social. @thewliss.bsky.social

It is with deep sadness I heard the news this morning of the death of Pope Francis. He was a voice for peace, tolerance and reconciliation in our society. He brought comfort, assurance and hope to many. May he rest in peace.

On behalf of @parliament.scot I extend my deepest sympathy to all of Scotland's catholic community on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. We will remember his compassion and humanity. As a mark of our respect, our flags will fly at half-mast at Holyrood.

Good day out in Netherburn and Hamilton campaigning for @katyloudonsnp.bsky.social, our @snp.org candidate for Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse. Picking up some casework at the same time ✍️

My first canvass session of the Hamilton Larkhall &Stonehouse by-election done ✔️ Good responses, a quick game of hopscotch (no photos 🤣) and a wee chalk saltire kept us smiling in the rain. On 5th June #VoteKatyLoudonSNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social

We need you to stand up and speak out, now! Trans rights are vital and we need everyone to work together to protect them.

Christina was an exceptional parliamentarian and Minister, a tireless champion for Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse, and a dear friend to all of us. Many of us gathered in Hamilton today to appreciate her work. We’ll miss her more than words can say. 💛

Gorgeous day out in Hamilton and Stonehouse in memory of a wonderful person. Thank you, Christina 💛

A beautiful service as we said goodbye to a friend, colleague and one of the most amazing people Scotland has ever produced 💛 You will be missed alongside your friendship, support and guidance 💛

On Wednesday 2nd of April at 2pm there will be a Motion of Condolence for Christina McKelvie MSP, led by First Minister John Swinney MSP. It will be streamed live on Scottish Parliament TV: www.scottishparliament.tv

The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act finally came into effect a year ago. There has been a lot of public discussion around the law but lots of people aren't sure how it applies or how it can protect them. Read our guide for LGBTI+ people here ⬇️ www.equality-network.org/our-work/pol...

Christina McKelvie lit up every room she walked into. She was a warrior with a heart the size of Scotland and the best boss I ever had. Sharing her friendship was one of the great privileges of my life ❤️

A desperately sad day in Parliament today. My deepest sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Christina McKelvie.

Kind, compassionate and full of life. A politician who wore her heart on her sleeve and made the world a better place. She brought joy to everyone who knew her - especially to her soulmate, Keith, and her beloved boys, Lewis and Jack. Christina McKelvie MSP - I was so proud to call you my friend 💛

It was devastating to hear this morning that Christina McKelvie MSP had passed away. She was an absolute gem. Even when I was just some wee guy in the party, she always made every interaction feel like a real conversation, not the usual political patter. My thoughts are with Keith, Jack and Lewis.

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Christina McKelvie. With warmth and compassion, she was a great supporter of refugees and a champion of our work. Our thoughts are with her family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.

We are devastated at the news of Christina McKelvie’s passing. She has been an empowering, kind and inspiring voice for so many within our community, and beyond — words can’t fully do justice. Our thoughts, from all of us in OFI, are with her family and loved ones.

We are heartbroken to hear this news. Throughout her career as an MSP and roles in the Scottish Government, Christina worked constantly to build a fairer, more equal, more just world. She was a true friend and we will miss her terribly. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Saddened by this morning’s news of Christina’s passing. It doesn't seem that long ago that we were laughing, chatting and working together. We'll all miss her bright smile and presence more than I can say. My deepest sympathy to Keith and Christina’s family.

We are heartbroken to hear this news. Throughout her career as an MSP and roles in the Scottish Government, Christina worked constantly to build a fairer, more equal, more just world. She was a true friend and we will miss her terribly. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

At our request, the flags at SLC HQ are flying at half mast in her honour.

Words cannot describe how devastating it is to learn of the news of Christina’s passing today. Christina was the kindest, most caring and passionate person I’ve ever met - she brought joy into the life of everyone who knew her.

Truly one of Scotland’s finest 💛

The entire SNP Group in South Lanarkshire are devastated to learn of the passing of our much-loved colleague, Christina McKelvie MSP. Christina was an amazing, kind and supportive friend to us all, and was an outstanding regional and constituency MSP.

I am pleased to announce that I will be seeking selection to become the SNP’s candidate for Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse at next year’s Scottish Parliament elections. For Community. For People. For Independence.

The UK Government’s own analysis of their cuts to disability benefits shows that they will push 250,000 people into poverty. Including 50,000 children. Labour are shameful.

The survey is open until midnight on Friday 4 April 2025, and will take only a couple of minutes to complete. Have your say at: www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/council-plan

🥀 Is this the ‘Change’ that Labour promised? ❌ Labour or Tory - they both do not serve Scotland‘s interests. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland’s future lies as an independent nation away from this broken Westminster system. 🟡 Only the SNP can be trusted to improve the lives of the people of Scotland.

Great day yesterday in Perth at the SNP Constitutional Conference full of internal democracy. It’s always beneficial and worthwhile to listen to a variety of members with a wide range of views - lots of healthy debates.

Arrived in Perth for the SNP Constitutional Conference. If you see me feel free to come say hi 👋

The council set its budget last month. 🏊 The SNP budget included an extra £4m towards Larkhall Leisure Centre. 🌎 Our budget also included action to fight climate change, tackle litter and reverse Labour’s £45 garden waste uplift charge. Watch my budget speech👇 www.facebook.com/share/v/15fZ...

Will ye aye? 🟡 In Scotland with the SNP you get a social security system based on dignity and respect because we know support should be an investment in people. 🥀 With Labour you get broken promises and the scapegoating of disabled people.

That’s 2 wins for @snp.org in Glasgow and now 4 by-election wins in a row. Well done to the successful candidates, their teams and @glasgowsnp.bsky.social.

👏 SNP WIN: @theSNP have gained Southside Central in Glasgow from Labour - congratulations to @mhairihunter.bsky.social and her team!