All the latest news from the Highland Liberal Democrats.
Thrombectomy services should be available around the clock in Scotland, as they are in Northern Ireland, according to Far North MSP David Green, who raised the issue in the Scottish Parliament ahead of World Stroke Day on 29 October.
The Scottish Government was urged to intervene after Highland Council confirmed a 40% cut to funding for Caithness and Sutherland Women’s Aid (CASWA), the only specialist domestic abuse service covering the area.
Far North MSP David Green has raised patient concerns with the Scottish Government over the loss of chronic pain management services in the Highlands, including the withdrawal of pain-relieving injections and other clinical interventions.
Caithness, Sutherland and Ross MSP David Green says that Blythswood’s shoebox appeal “carries a powerful message of hope” to those most in need.
Far north MSP David Green has demanded to know what the Scottish Government will do for Sutherland after Ministers rejected the multi-million Coul Links golf course.
Highland MSP David Green has warned neonatal services are on the line unless the Scottish Government commits to securing the local unit at Raigmore Hospital.
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP has warned that John Swinney must respect the will of parliament after the First Minister failed to say whether he would bring back a law protecting those with learning disabilities, autism and neuro
Responding to reports that funding for the Acorn Carbon Capture project near Peterhead is in doubt, Scottish Liberal Democrat MSP for the North East region Yi-pei Chou Turvey said:
Scottish Liberal Democrats have successfully persuaded parliament to vote for bringing back a law to protect people with learning disabilities, autism and neurodivergence, after the SNP government abandoned promised legislation last month.
Responding to the Chancellor's Autumn Budget, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:
Scottish Liberal Democrat councillors have brought an emergency motion calling on Edinburgh Council to take action after the unexpected collapse of North Edinburgh Childcare, which has thrown local families into crisis mode while its employees are left wi
Responding to the Scottish Government’s statement on Keeping The Promise which announced the launch of a new Delivery Coalition, chaired by ministers and bringing together partners from across national and local government, public services, the third sect
The Liberal Democrats are standing up for billpayers, protecting our waterways, and demanding a water system that serves the public interest.
The Liberal Democrats are ready to establish the UK as a world leader in responsible, democratic AI - backing home-grown talent, protecting national security, and ensuring technology works for everyone.
The Liberal Democrats will continue to champion open, fair trade, defend British economic interests, and build reliable alliances across Europe and the Commonwealth - in light of yet another act of bullying from an unreliable US President.
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.