Politics

Aberdeenshire school pupils who created an award-nominated book were “absolutely delighted” to meet the Prime Minister.

Column: Highs and lows of budget.

MP David Duguid welcomed measures in the spring budget but is disappointed the Energy Profits Levy is being extended.

Peterhead has been awarded £20 million from the UK Government over the next decade to regenerate its town centre.

Right to Buy for communities has now been in use for 20 years and with several revisions and new powers added a full review will now take place.

Conservative MP Andrew Bowie has written to the Energy Secretary over the “ongoing industrialisation” of the north-east.

MP David Duguid has criticised the Scottish Government for failing to release its promised £80 million funding for the Acorn CCUS project.

A new campaign is encouraging north-east people to embrace walking for short trips to cut travel costs and boost health.

In her latest column, MSP Karen Adam raises concerns about the education cuts made in the Aberdeenshire Council budget.

David Duguid MP has underlined the importance of oil and gas and the need to dual the A90 and A96 at the Scottish Conservative Party Conference.

A bid has been made for Access for All funding to improve the situation at Insch, which has no level access to one of its platforms.

MP David Duguid has urged the Home Office to review the impact of its decision to increase the minimum salary for skilled worker visas.

MP Richard Thomson is urging dog owners to ensure their pets are under control when they exercise them near livestock.

A BOLT out of the blue has seen a former Buckie councillor start a new career as an MSP.

The public is being asked for views on proposals to restrict the promotion of food and drink high in fat, sugar and salt such as multi-buys.

SNP Westminster candidate for Aberdeenshire North and Moray East councillor Seamus Logan has been formally adopted.

MP Richard Thomson reflects on last weeks vote in Westminster over Gaza and Israel and the consequences for democracy.

MP Richard Thomson has backed a campaign from Citizens Advice Scotland aimed at offering free, expert advice relating to debt.

MP David Duguid has welcomed a new package of UK Government measures to help families save on energy costs.

In his latest column, MP David Duguid has hailed the Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill.