Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today responded to concessions made by the government on its planned medical certificate requirements.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today [Thursday] marked Fuel Poverty Awareness Day by calling for further action from both the UK and Scottish governments to end the “scourge” of fuel poverty.
Commenting on the passing of former Chancellor Alistair Darling, Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael said:
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has called for a “fair deal” and tougher market regulation of supermarkets on farm gate prices.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today called on ministers to give funding certainty to the European Marine Energy Centre following announcements of a need for restructuring in the marine renewables innovation hub.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has today highlighted “crippling” labour shortages in the fishing industry in questions to the immigration minister in Parliament.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has challenged a report released this week by the Scottish Government on the future of the marine economy in the event of Scotland leaving the UK.
Orkney and Shetland MP and Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Home Affairs, Alistair Carmichael, has today responded to comments by Conservative Party Deputy Chair Lee Anderson MP.
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed government concessions today to review plans to change the provision of coastguard helicopter services in Shetland.
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today asked the Scottish Government what it will do differently to reverse the increasing trend of prison overcrowding.
Shetland MSP and Scottish Liberal Democrat, Beatrice Wishart, has highlighted Children’s Mental Health Week (5th – 11th February 2024).
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has met with Loganair’s senior management to discuss the recent departure of former CEO, Jonathan Hinkles as well as concerns over changes made to Loganair’s timetable on key routes.
Orkney MSP Liam McArthur is backing this year’s ‘Time to Talk’ day (1st February 2024), encouraging people in Orkney to take part in ‘the nation’s biggest mental health conversation.’
Responding to the publication of the Islands Connectivity Plan - Long-term plan for vessels and ports - Draft for consultation Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland’s MSP, Beatrice Wishart commented:
The long wait for an Orkney Sports Award continues for me and Robbie Fraser after last Friday’s ceremony in the Orkney Theatre. Despite that disappointment, the awards remain one of my favourite events of the year.
Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP, Beatrice Wishart has highlighted Time to Talk Day (Thursday 1st February 2024), a campaign to create supportive communities by having conversations with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health.
