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The SNP’s decision to delay Scotland’s census is putting energy support payments for off-grid households at risk, according to findings by the Scottish Liberal Democrats today.
Scottish Liberal Democrat Liam McArthur MSP has today challenged the First Minister over the Scottish Government's proposed cut to the Scottish Men's Sheds Association (SMSA) as part of this year's Scottish budget.
Responding to reports that that the Education Secretary will intervene to stop councils, such as SNP-run Glasgow, from cutting teacher numbers and reducing school hours, Scottish Liberal Democrat education spokesperson Willie Rennie MSP said:
Responding to the embargoed release from the Federation of Small Businesses that Scotland’s small business confidence fell again in the final quarter of 2022, with it now sitting at -50 points, lower than the equivalent UK-wide confidence figure of -45.8 points, Scottish Liberal Democrat economy spokesperson Willie Rennie MSP said:
North East Fife MSP Willie Rennie has accused the Scottish Government of ‘staggering complacency’ on home insulation after its fuel poverty scheme helped fewer households last year than when it was first set up.
Speaking ahead of Burns Night celebrations, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP has called on the Scottish Government to ditch its plans for separation and focus on resolving the crises which are escalating across five areas: NHS, cost of living, education, climate change and local government.
Her service; her sense of selflessness; her steadfast commitment to the nation. These values and her service have defined Her Majesty’s seven decade reign, and will continue to define her.
Richard is an incredible candidate, whose dedication to others has shone not only through his career, but also in his voluntary roles in the community.
Scrapping the Protocol would represent a new low. It would be an egregious breach of international law.
The anticipated Somerton and Frome election will be a close two horse race between the Lib Dems and the Conservatives.
Liberal Democrats want a way forward which works for Britain - that cuts down red tape, reduces costs for businesses and makes people better off as a result.
The Liberal Democrats have today published a comprehensive blueprint for replacing the broken business rates system.
