All the latest news from the Highland Liberal Democrats.
Last week, campaign group Round Our Way took advantage of National Potholes day to inform us that the number of potholes in Scotland had risen by nearly 50% over the last year to a five year high.
Question Time at Lochaber Ideas Week had a star-studded panel who tackled issues such as the shortage of affordable housing, poor infrastructure to support our buoyant tourism sector, and the shortage of skills.
Renewables have long been hailed as the saviour of the Highland economy, with one SNP Minister declaring that Scotland would become the Saudi Arabia of renewables.
The healthcare sector in the Highlands is suffering from inflationary pressures, especially in medicines and staff costs, an ageing population and a lack of younger healthcare professionals in more rural areas.
I am certain that the A82 is far more dangerous and frightening than the A9.
I have been a Highland Councillor for eight months now and am really enjoying it, learning about issues at schools, roads, the local economy and care sector, amongst many other subjects.
Scottish Liberal Democrat economy spokesperson and West Scotland MSP Jamie Greene has today challenged the First Minister over the SNP’s failure to support Scottish shipbuilding, following the news that two new freight vessels for the Northern Isles will
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP has today expressed his disappointment and warned that Scotland is at risk of abandoning our Ukrainian allies after the Deputy First Minister passed up an opportunity to commit to further funding for
Responding to comments made by Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, principal of the University of Glasgow, who said that a review is needed of the funding and shape of higher education, Scottish Liberal Democrat Willie Rennie MSP said:
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has today hailed a major budget win for his party as the Scottish Government announced details of a £4.5 million fund which will deliver specialist support for long COVID and other similar conditions.
Responding to the warning from Teresa Medhurst, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, that the system is “simmering on the brink of a crisis” and that “too much” is expected of staff who are facing increased risks of violence and burnout, Scotti
Responding to the news that 1,185 people died from alcohol-specific causes in 2024, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader and health spokesperson Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:
The Liberal Democrats have long championed proportional representation, advocating for a voting system where every vote truly counts. We believe that reforming our electoral system is crucial for a fairer democracy and better governance.
The Liberal Democrats have laid out a bold and ambitious plan to restore the UK’s natural environment and ensure that everyone can access a clean, healthy, and thriving green space.
For many people, Buy Now Pay Later is a useful and convenient solution, offering them flexibility with their purchases. But consumers need stronger protections.
Liberal Democrats want to fix our broken relationship with Europe. Giving young people the opportunity to live, study and work in Europe is a vital first step.
The last ten days have been immensely difficult for our country.
There are now more Liberal Democrat MPs than ever before