Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today challenged Keir Starmer to pause and rework his government’s tax hike on family farms, during Prime Minister’s Questions.
Liberal Democrat MP for Orkney and Shetland Alistair Carmichael MP has today called on the UK Government to require energy suppliers to compensate households in full if they requested a replacement meter before the RTS shutdown but failed to receive one.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed measures in the new UK-EU trade agreement announced today, which will cut red tape on agrifood imports and exports and advance discussions on a youth mobility programme.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has responded to reports today that the government will extend EU fishing quotas in UK waters to 2038, labelling it “deeply disappointing”.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed reports today that the Post Office has U-turned on its plans to close Burravoe Post Office without a replacement, following representations to the company made last week.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today warned the government that waiting for a formal court declaration of genocide in Gaza would not meet the UK’s obligations to prevent genocide under international law.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has warned that the Labour government is “falling into the same trap that the Tories did” in its rhetoric on immigration, following a new White Paper released today.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today welcomed news that a challenge to UK bans on commercial fishing for sandeels in the North Sea has been dismissed in court.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed the announcement today of a UK trade agreement with India which will see Indian tariffs on Scotch whisky dropped significantly.
Shetland MSP and Scottish Liberal Democrat Beatrice Wishart is marking Pride Month 2025 by reaffirming her commitment to championing equality for all LGBT+ people.
Speaking at Net Zero, Energy and Transport portfolio questions today, Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur highlighted the difficulties that community transport initiatives in Orkney face under the current regulatory system.
Beatrice Wishart, has highlighted carers awareness week 2025 supporting a parliamentary motion and attending a carers roundtable discussion in the Parliament.
Following reports of some suppliers attempting to charge for smart meter installations in Orkney, Beatrice Wishart, MSP for Shetland, has emphasised that there should be no upfront costs for customers, including businesses, to have an RTS meter replaced.
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today welcomed news that a dedicated team of Marie Curie health assistants will now be based in Orkney, following a successful pilot of service provision over the past year.
This week we’re getting two weeks for the price of one as events take place to mark Dementia Awareness alongside recognition of the vital role played by Volunteers. At a local level, there will be a crossover between the two.
Beatrice Wishart has welcomed the Scottish Government’s response today to her written question, lodged on 16th May 2025
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today urged any constituents in need of a smart meter who are being quoted charges for installation costs to get in touch with the Orkney Parliamentary Office or Trading Standards at Orkney Islands Council.
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has welcomed today welcomed a Scottish Government announcement that the procurement process is underway for two new 140m Freight Flex vessels for the Northern Isles Ferry Service routes from Aberdeen to Orkney and Shetland.
