Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today called on DEFRA and the Department for Business and Trade to work together to ensure that any future trade deals protect farm profitability.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today called for the government to change its definition of “energy intensive industries” to include distillers and allow them to access energy support.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today in Parliament called for the government to do more to challenge attacks and abuse of humanitarian aid workers in conflict zones.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed the introduction today of a Bill which would require a vote in Parliament on any trade deal agreed by the government with the United States of America.
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Fisheries has today launched a Call for Evidence from the fishing industry and related stakeholders on their priorities for future fishing arrangements with the EU.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has called for the government to cut trade red tape with the EU by agreeing a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today in the House of Commons called for the UK to continue to oppose and expose Vladimir Putin, following news that 15 Members of Parliament (including Mr Carmichael) have been banned...
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today responded to news that he has been banned from travelling to Russia in the latest sanctions list, calling it a “point of pride”.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today secured confirmation that there will be “no linkage” between negotiations with the EU on security and defence and those around future access to fisheries.
Orkney's MSP Liam McArthur has today sought an update from the Scottish Government on work to repair the damaged subsea cable serving the Northern Isles.
Beatrice Wishart has called for a rethink of HIAL (Highlands and Islands Airports Limited) car parking charges at Sumburgh Airport, following news that there would be a return of car parking charges at HIAL’s Sumburgh Airport next month.
Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP Beatrice Wishart has written to the Scottish Government questioning their lack of action on the Highlands and Islands Air Discount Scheme after almost a year since the publishing of Transport Scotland's Aviation.
Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP, Beatrice Wishart has once again pressed the Scottish Government for clarity on the opening of NorthLink ferry bookings after the current booking ‘cliff edge’ of 31st December 2025.
The Scottish Parliament went into recess last week ahead of what is set to be a busy summer. The period leading up to summer recess can often feel quite frantic, not least as the government scrambles to keep its legislative programme on track.
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today welcomed news that Scottish Water will be working with the organisers of the 2025 Orkney International Island Games
Beatrice Wishart, has revealed 54 penalties have been issued to Northern Isles Ferry Service operator Serco NorthLink since 2019. Penalties between July 2019 and June 2024 totalled £139,248
In a relatively short space of time, Laura has made a significant and positive impact as CEO of NHS Orkney.
The working week doesn’t usually start with opera, so I was delighted to accept an invitation from Scottish Opera, who are in Shetland this week.
