The charity is running a sensitive and intimate campaign which will shine a light on the MS topics that can feel taboo or difficult to talk about.
It will be creating a safe space for people to talk honestly and openly about everything from bladder control and sexual dysfunction, to navigating menopause and cultural stigma.
MS Awareness Week is also the perfect time for people affected by MS to find out more about the help and supp
The South Scotland MSP spoke about the distillery’s history, its historical and contemporary role in Scotch whisky production and the 37,000 visitors it welcomed during 2023.
Mr Whitfield also recognised Glenkinchie’s efforts to have a positive impact on nature and improve the sustainability of the distillation process, including operating a zero w
Local changes in the proposals see Prestonpans restored to the East Lothian (or Lothian Eastern as they are suggesting it be renamed) constituency, with Tranent set be moved into a new constituency with Portobello/Craigmillar and Musselburgh.
The revised proposals are now open for public consultation until 15th May.
Commenting on the revised proposals, Martin Whitfield MSP said:
The South Scotland MSP asked Patrick Harvie MSP, the Minister responsible for the policy, to confirm that the government still intends to meet its pledge, following recent reports that less than three per cent of children living in poverty have so far received their free bike.
In his response, Mr Harvie refused to be drawn on whether the government would meet the pledge. He only confirmed that it had
Hosted by Eyemouth Marine Ltd, the meeting brought together a range of key organisations and groups, including Eyemouth Harbour Trust and the Harbour Users Group, to brief the politicians on some of the current challenges facing the town and potential future opportunities.
Following the face to face discussions, Mr Whitfield and Mr Johnson were given a wh
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