News - Highland Liberal Democrats

Travel diary from Ukraine

Angus MacDonald MP shares his experience of travelling across Europe to deliver ambulances and medical supplies to the people of Ukraine.

15 Apr 2025

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David Green

Dramatic decline in farm income demands action, Lib Dem says

The Scottish and UK Government is being urged to “listen carefully” to the plight of farmers after official figures reveal average farm income fell last year by 51% to £35,500, the lowest level since 2019-2020.

14 Apr 2025

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Angus MacDonald launches his Care Home Report for the Highlands

Inverness MP launches report on Highlands social care crisis

Angus MacDonald MP calls on the Scottish Government to provide a clear, targeted funding plan for the construction of four new care homes on the west coast

2 Apr 2025

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David Green

Campaigners secure Ministerial visit to Caithness maternity services

Following calls from campaigners, the Scottish Government’s Minister for Public Health and Women's Health Jenni Minto MSP has agreed to visit Caithness to meet with local residents who are worried about the lack of maternity services.

1 Apr 2025

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David Green

Almost 1,300 violent incidents in Highland schools so far this year

Almost 1,300 violent incidents have been reported in schools across the Highland Council area in the current school year alone, statistics revealed by the Scottish Liberal Democrats have shown.

24 Mar 2025

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Visitor tax, nice idea but flawed

Angus MacDonald MP sets out his views on the Tourist Visitor Levy proposed by the Highland Council and concludes it is an idea that has merits but is fundamentally flawed.

18 Dec 2024

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Cole-Hamilton stands for First Minister

Speaking in the Scottish Parliament as he stood for the office of First Minister, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:

19 May 2026

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Scot Lib Dems file motion calling for full, new build replacement of the Gilbert Bain Hospital

Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has filed a motion in the Scottish Parliament calling for a full, new build replacement of the Gilbert Bain hospital.

18 May 2026

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Alex Cole-Hamilton to stand for First Minister

Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has today (Sunday 17th May) announced his intention to stand as a candidate for First Minister ahead of a key vote in the Scottish Parliament.

17 May 2026

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Murray responds to King’s Speech

Responding to the King's Speech, Liberal Democrat Scottish Affairs spokesperson Susan Murray MP said:

13 May 2026

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Cole-Hamilton responds to Swinney writing to opposition parties

Responding to John Swinney's offer to meet opposition parties, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton said:

11 May 2026

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Rennie secures stonking majority in North East Fife

Commenting as he was returned as the MSP for North East Fife by a majority of almost 14,000, Scottish Liberal Democrat Willie Rennie said:

8 May 2026

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Munira Wilson speaking in the House of Commons

Latest UK News

Protecting children from sexual abuse

No child should ever have to experience sexual abuse. These are horrifying crimes that cause so much harm to the children who are victims. We will keep up the pressure so that the action needed to make our communities safe all children finally happens.

MW

by Munira Wilson

8 Jan 2025

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