Proposals to Mothball Aberdeenshire Nurseries Friday, 9 May, 2025 I haven't recently raised questions in the Scottish Parliament regarding the nursery closures in Aberdeenshire that were announced just before the Easter break for Glass, Durris and Ballogie nurseries. I have received many emails from constituents from these communities who are extremely concerned that these fantastic and successful nurseries are at risk, despite being at capacity. I very much... Local News
Electricity Infrastructure Consenting in Scotland Consultation 12th November 2024 The UK Government have launched a consultation on Electricity Infrastructure Consenting in Scotland, which I have linked here. This consultation is open until... Local News
Huntly Banking Hub Updates 9th November 2024 I am pleased to announce that a new banking hub will open in Huntly on 12 December at Number 30 in the Square. The Number 30 location will be a temporary... Local News
Surgeries 7th November 2024 I will continue to hold regular virtual surgeries to speak with constituents and discuss their concerns. I am available either over the telephone or on online... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Complete the Aberdeenshire Council Budget Survey 2nd November 2024 Since I was elected in 2016, many of you have contacted me about cuts to council services. The fact of the matter is that the Scottish Government’s budget... Local News
Help Keep an Eye Out for Grey Squirrels! 30th October 2024 Recently, two rare grey squirrel sightings were reported in South Aberdeenshire. If you are in that area, please keep an eye out for grey squirrels and report... Local News
Ofgem Replacing RTS Meters 18th October 2024 Ofgem has announced that energy suppliers are committed to replacing the 800,000 Radio Teleswitch (RTS) meters across the UK before the service is switched off... Local News
Aberdeenshire Council Opposes Hill of Fare Windfarm 9th October 2024 Aberdeenshire Council has officially objected to RES’s Hill of Fare onshore windfarm development. This decision sends a strong message to the Scottish... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Updates on MIU Unit Closures 3rd October 2024 A recent survey showed that over 90% of respondents would be detrimentally affected by the overnight closure of three Aberdeenshire minor injury units. The... Local News
Sight Loss, Hearing Loss & Deafness Information Day 2nd October 2024 Sight loss, hearing loss, and deafness information day is on Friday 4th October 2024 from 12pm – 4:30pm at Ashdale Hall, Westhill Drive. The aim is to provide... Local News
