Politics

MP David Duguid's latest column looks at several issues including a lack of high-speed broadband in the area he represents.

Skippers are urging Holyrood not to push through highly protected marine areas “by the back door” after the publication of the consultation response.

MSP Gillian Martin has welcomed new figures which show that 9735 children in the north-east are currently receiving the Scottish Child Payment.

Storegga estimates around 21,000 jobs will be supported at peak of the project, which is partnered with Shell and North Sea Midstream Partners.

Politicians have called on the Scottish Government to fund a backlog of 60 “broken bridges” after a £545 million boost to Holyrood’s coffers.

The Scottish agriculture sector requires future funding certainty due to the long term nature of investment decisions and long lead-in time.

The latest research from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency looking at bathing water quality has been welcomed.

MORAY Council has asked locals for their opinions on the area's town centres, to guide future spending.

Banffshire and Buchan Coast MSP Karen Adam's latest column highlights the potential for coastal communities.

A MP said the Scottish Government is ignoring internet problems across Banff and Buchan after snubbing the area for its latest round of broadband.

Concerns have been raised that subsidised flights between Wick and Aberdeen could be under threat next year when the funding is reviewed.

MSP Tess White this week warned First Minister Humza Yousaf that the north-east faces an exodus of dentists from the NHS.

Funding which will allow additional doctor posts to be created next year has been welcomed.

NFU Scotland is looking to UK and Scottish Governments for food labelling changes to underpin the nation’s food security.

MP David Duguid has welcomed the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement which he says will unlock unprecedented benefits for the north-east.

GP practices returning contracts to NHS Grampian have prompted concerns over patient care and lost value for money.

In her latest column, MSP Gillian Martin discusses Welfare Fund Payments, Community Care Grants and Crisis Grants.

Support from the Scottish Welfare Fund to support people in the north-east has been welcomed.

Businesses in the north-east have been urged to see if their unresolved banking disputes can be tackled by service.

MP Richard Thomson's latest column looks at the appointment of the new Foreign Secretary.