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Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement of £22 million of targeted funding to reduce waiting times in NHS Lothian, as part of a £106 million investment in NHS Scotland. This funding, from the Scottish Government, will focus on the longest waits for essential procedures and appointments and includes; £25 million for orthopaedics, £21 million for imaging services, £14 million for cancer treatment and £12 million for ophthalmology. Commenting Fiona said: “The Scottish Government recognise that supporting our NHS is a key priority for people across West Lothian and this is clear from this £106 million funding boost to NHS services across Scotland. “Across NHS Lothian, there will be an investment of over £22 million which will be key in reducing waiting times…

“It is good to see progress being reported on Winchburgh Rail Station from the Stakeholder Group which I helped to set up at the local MSP. “A route to additional funding has been identified, as I suggested, through the City Region Deal and design and location plans are ready to be submitted for planning permission. “This has been possible due to constructive co-operation between Winchburgh Developers Ltd and Network Rail and this news is an important step forward. “There is still more to do to deliver the Winchburgh Rail Station, and I look forward to meeting Winchburgh Developers later in June.” ENDS Notes Joint Statement: Progress Continues on Winchburgh Rail Station A meeting of the Winchburgh Station Steering Group, involving West Lothian Council, Winchburgh Developments Ltd, Transport Scotland, ScotRail and…

Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has welcomed new figures showing the success of the Scottish Government’s Carer Support Payment, with more than £3 million paid out in West Lothian. The Carer Support Payment replaces Carer’s Allowance and has been vital in supporting carers across Scotland since it was piloted in November 2023. Commenting Fiona said: “Ensuring that Carers across West Lothian receive the care they need is a key priority of the Scottish Government and I am pleased to see over £3 million has been paid out to Carers across the county since the introduction of the Carer Support Payment. “This payment is a lifeline for people across West Lothian who care for loved ones every day. “Carers make an incredible contribution to their community, and I…

Local MSP for Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, congratulates Whitburn Brass Band, following their involvement in ‘Keli’ from the National Theatre of Scotland. Keli follows the story of a seventeen-year-old girl from a former mining town and is set to a live brass score, performed by Whitburn Brass Band. Commenting Fiona said: “I thoroughly enjoyed the performance of Keli from National Theatre of Scotland, and I am especially proud of Whitburn Brass Band for their involvement in providing a live brass score. “It was a pleasure to speak with a representative of Whitburn Brass Band, who worked alongside the talented composer, Martin Green, sharing their musical brilliance and bringing brass band music to a new audience. “Keli follows the story of a young girl from a former mining town, and it…

Fiona Hyslop MSP, for the Linlithgow Constituency, commemorates VE Day and the lives lost throughout World War Two Fiona Hyslop MSP attended the ASA Scotland VE DAY 80th Commemoration in March, where a local war hero, Walter Lumsden DCM, MM & Bar, from Bathgate was remembered.  This year marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, which took place on 8 May 1945, and remembers the 380,000 UK Armed Forces personnel, including 57,000 Scots, and over 67,000 civilians who lost their lives during the conflict. Fiona commented: "VE Day is about coming together to celebrate the 80 years of peace since the ending of World War Two, and to remember the lives lost, both of Armed Forces and civilians, during the war." ENDS

Local MSP for Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has welcomed the SNP's Programme for Government, which will permanently scrap peak rail fares from September. From 1st September 2025, peak ScotRail fares will be permanently abolished, encouraging more people to choose train travel and helping with Cost-of-Living pressures. Commenting Fiona said: "I am pleased that the SNP Government's Programme for Government will permanently remove peak rail fares from September. "As the Minister who launched the ScotRail Peak Fares Removal Pilot in October 2023, which successfully saved commuters in West Lothian hundreds of pounds, I am pleased to see that peak fares will now be permanently removed. "The removal of peak fares will benefit many of my Constituents in West Lothian, who commute to Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling, making rail travel more affordable,…

Local MSP for Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, welcomes the SNP's Programme for Government, which will have a positive impact on the lives of many in West Lothian.  The SNP's Programme for Government commits to delivering 100,000 additional GP appointments, scrapping peak rail fares for good and introduces a range of measures to grow the Scottish economy nationally and internationally.  Commenting Fiona said:  "I welcome the SNP's Programme for Government which has a real focus on the everyday issues that affect the lives of people in Scotland and will benefit many in West Lothian.  "The SNP Government will continue its work to build the best future for Scotland through a range of measures, including scrapping peak rail fares, improving access to GPs, piloting a £2 bus fare cap, and helping families…

Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, attended the Scottish Parliament’s Business in Parliament Conference on 24th and 25th April along with her guest John Hamilton, CEO of Winchburgh Development Ltd. The Conference is jointly hosted by the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Government, and the theme of this year’s Conference was Workforce for the Future. Commenting Fiona said: “It was a pleasure to invite John Hamilton, CEO of Winchburgh Development Ltd, to join me at this year’s Business in Parliament Conference held in the Scottish Parliament. “I have supported Winchburgh’s growth for over 20 years, and in my role as local MSP, have been part of the community drive to see a rail station built and delivered for Winchburgh. “I was also pleased to help secure the new…

Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, highlights Scottish Government action to keep bills as low as possible for households across West Lothian. Commenting Fiona said: “As energy bills continue to rise and the Westminster Government’s tax on jobs comes into force, the Scottish Government are using their powers to support people across West Lothian with rising living costs. “The Scottish Government provides the highest level of public services in the UK – with free tuition, free prescriptions, free eye tests, free bus travel for under 22’s and over 60’s among other additional services. “As we continue to see broken promises from the UK Government, it is clear that only the SNP can be trusted to provide people in West Lothian with the support they need to face the…