MSP calls for Scottish Government to deliver ‘missing millions’ for councils 5th June 2020 The Scottish Government is under pressure to hand over the so-called ‘missing millions’ owed to councils following criticism from opposition MSPs. In mid-April... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Whittle welcomes easing of lockdown restrictions 29th May 2020 South Scotland MSP Brian Whittle has welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement that the country will begin phase one of lifting the lockdown restrictions... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Whittle welcomes greater support for local newspapers 21st May 2020 South Scotland MSP Brian Whittle, together with his Scottish Conservative colleagues, joined forced with opposition MSPs to deliver greater support for local... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Long-term public health challenges must be tackled in the wake of Covid-19 20th May 2020 Local MSP Brian Whittle has challenged the First Minister to put improving the health of Scots at the heart of her agenda as Scotland deals with the legacy of... Holyrood NewsLocal News
MSP urges the public to take care of each other during Mental Health Awareness Week 18th May 2020 The theme of Mental Health Awareness Week this week is Kindness and South Scotland MSP Brian Whittle is encouraging everyone to take some time to look after... Holyrood NewsLocal News
MSP calls for plan to resume suspended NHS services 14th May 2020 Local MSP Brian Whittle has asked the First Minister when NHS services suspended because of Covid-19 can resume. When the lockdown began, the NHS paused routine... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Time for councils to reopen recycling centres to combat fly tipping 10th May 2020 A local MSP is backing calls for the Scottish Government to support councils to start planning how to reopen local recycling centres. Brian Whittle MSP believes... Holyrood NewsLocal News
MSP calls for support for charities supporting covid-19 efforts 9th May 2020 At First Minister’s Questions in Holyrood, local MSP Brian Whittle asked Nicola Sturgeon to deliver greater support to charities and other third sector... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Businesses need clear guidance and support to adapt to lockdown changes 8th May 2020 As governments begin to think about how to begin lifting lockdown measures and allowing more day-to-day activities to resume, Brian Whittle MSP wants to see the... Holyrood NewsLocal News
