MSP Challenges ATOS over Fit for Work Assessments
SNP MSP Joan McAlpine grilled firm bosses during an evidence session for the Scottish Parliament’s Welfare Reform Committee. Ms McAlpine
Continue readingSNP MSP Joan McAlpine grilled firm bosses during an evidence session for the Scottish Parliament’s Welfare Reform Committee. Ms McAlpine
Continue reading> SNP MSP for the South of Scotland Aileen McLeod today (Thursday) said the passage of the Community Empowerment Bill
Continue readingAn MSP has said that we owe our carers “a massive debt of gratitude.” Speaking during a debate to
Continue readingWelfare advisers at Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service are saving vulnerable people from destitution every day an MSP has
Continue reading“I was very disappointed to hear that Cochran’s have made the difficult decision to announce redundancies at the plant.
Continue readingScotland’s largest dairy plant is a beacon of excellence in the industry an MSP has said. Speaking after a visit
Continue readingSNP MSP Joan McAlpine has warned that further privatisation of the postal service will lead to a reduced service, especially
Continue readingJoan McAlpine contacted Chief Constable Sir Stephen House after a constituent alerted her to rule changes introduced by Police Scotland, raising
Continue readingThe profound impact that loneliness can have on people’s health will be highlighted in a roadshow organised by Befriending Networks
Continue readingA legal loophole could offer hope for the residents of Townfoot in Langholm an MSP has said. Joan McAlpine
Continue readingMore young people in Dumfries and Galloway could have rewarding careers in the dairy industry if they take up the
Continue readingThe UK Government has failed to support a local craft cider producer, an MSP has said. Joan McAlpine, the South
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