Latest News –  Martin Whitfield MSP

Commenting on the appointment of Douglas Alexander MP as the new Secretary of State for Scotland, Martin Whitfield MSP said:  “Douglas’s appointment as Secretary of State for Scotland is an honour for him and for East Lothian. "I believe it helps promote East Lothian on the political map and means we have an even stronger voice in the UK Government. "I know Douglas will continue to be an articulate champion for the county’s interests and look forward to working with him in his new role for the benefit of East Lothian and the rest of Scotland.”

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month and Martin Whitfield MSP is supporting a new campaign to shine a light on the realities of what blood cancer takes from those affected, and what it takes to beat it. Charity Blood Cancer UK has launched the new campaign, "We Know What It Takes", because more people need its support than are currently receiving it. The campaign will support the charity's mission to bring forward the day when no one dies of blood cancer or its treatments through funding research and supporting those affected by the fifth most common cancer and the third [...]

Commenting on East Lothian Council's decision to write to the UK Government to ask for support with conducting a survey on the feasibility of the Torness power station site for future nuclear projects, Martin Whitfield MSP said: “Torness power station is due to cease production in 2030 and, as things stand, Scotland and East Lothian could miss out on substantial investment in the next generation of nuclear power. "I want to help ensure we do not miss that opportunity for future economic development, jobs, and apprenticeships, and share East Lothian Council’s view that the Torness site should be considered for [...]

Heading off to university or college is a big step, and while it is an exciting time, there can be a lot to remember. To help students stay on top of their health and wellbeing NHS 24 has launched its latest health campaign aimed to support them during their studies. NHS 24’s student health advice includes: Prioritise finding a new GP or dentist if moving away from home: Don’t wait until you feel ill or are in pain. Find your nearest practice using Scotland’s Service Directory. Check vaccinations are up to date: Meeting new people and living in shared spaces [...]

Martin Whitfield MSP has tabled a motion at Holyrood commending Friends of Ormiston Park and other groups in Ormiston following Ormiston Park receiving the Green Flag Community Award for 2025/26. Mr Whitfield's motion praises the volunteers at Friends of Ormiston Park, as well as Ormiston Blooms, Lily's Ormiston CIC and East Lothian Council, on their success in being named the only park in East Lothian to achieve the Green Flag. Commenting, Martin Whitfield MSP said:  "Being the only park in East Lothian to be awarded a Green Flag is a fantastic achievement and I wanted to acknowledge this success in [...]

Martin Whitfield MSP and Douglas Alexander MP have visited Caz’s Kiddies in the Country, a nursery service located in Athelstaneford, which was rated ‘very good’ following a recent inspection. They met with the nursery’s owner Carol Middleton, manager Sarah Falconi and some of their team to discuss its operation and the challenges the nursery and the wider early years and childcare sector is currently facing. The parliamentarians were impressed with the high standard of provision at the nursery, which parents described as "caring", "welcoming" and "a home from home" during the unannounced Care Inspectorate Scotland visit. Speaking after the visit [...]