Author: admin

Fiona Hyslop MSP is encouraging individuals, community groups, and organisations across West Lothian to take part in the Scottish Government’s consultation on its newly published Climate Change Plan. The draft plan, announced in early November, sets out over 150 actions to reduce emissions across sectors between now and 2040. It is the first of its kind in the UK to detail both the costs and benefits of climate policies, offering a transparent roadmap for a greener future. Ms Hyslop said; “Tackling climate change requires action from all levels of society – from governments to grassroots organisations and individuals. I know that West Lothian is home to many passionate groups and residents who are already working hard to promote sustainable living and protect our environment. “This consultation is a vital opportunity…

Local Linlithgow Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop, has highlighted the important work of Poppy Scotland and their support of Veterans of the Armed Forces at their annual Reception in the Scottish Parliament last week. (Wed 29th October) Poppyscotland continues to provide holistic and tailored support for current and former members of the Armed Forces and their families. This year’s Appeal highlights the importance of lifelong assistance, with a particular focus on helping veterans transition to civilian life, access mental health support, overcome financial hardship, secure housing, and recover from addiction. Fiona Hyslop MSP said: “It was a privilege to meet with the Poppyscotland team again and hear about the vital work they are doing to support veterans and their families across Scotland, including here in West Lothian. “The challenges faced by…

Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has welcomed the news from the Scottish Government that it will provide additional funding of more than half a billion pounds over the next three years to improve access to services and support recruitment in General Practice. This is the largest investment in core GP services in Scotland to date. The announcement, subject to Parliament agreeing future budgets, comes following agreement with the British Medical Association (BMA) over new additional funding which builds to a recurring £249 million in three years’ time. The funding will help boost staff numbers and capacity, support day-to-day operations and make it easier for people to access GP services. Fiona commented, "This substantial investment in core GP services will transform access for patients, creating more appointment availability…

Fiona Hyslop MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency has visited the Linlithgow Community Development Trust (LCDT) to see first-hand the inspiring work of their Reuse, Recycle, Repair Workshop, part of the Trust’s wider commitment to sustainability and community empowerment. Hosted at the EH49 Hub in the heart of Linlithgow, the Linlithgow Repair Shop offers residents the opportunity to bring in household items—from small electricals and furniture to toys and textiles—for repair by skilled volunteers. The initiative encourages a shift away from throwaway culture, helping reduce waste, cut carbon emissions, and promote a circular economy. During her visit, Ms Hyslop met with volunteers and staff to learn more about the workshop’s impact and the Trust’s broader climate action efforts, including their ambition to make Linlithgow Scotland’s first Net-Zero Town. Speaking after the…

Fiona Hyslop MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency joined Breast Cancer Now in Holyrood this month to support the charity’s flagship campaign, Wear it Pink, which officially takes place on Friday, the 24th October. Breast Cancer Now, Scottish Parliament The campaign, now in its 24th year, has raised over £43 million since it began in 2001 to help fund Breast Cancer Now’s lifesaving research and life-changing support for people affected by the disease. This year’s event at the Scottish Parliament also shone a spotlight on incurable secondary (metastatic) breast cancer and celebrated Fiona’s friend and colleague, the late MSP Christina McKelvie MSP who died from the disease earlier in the year. “I am pleased and proud to support Breast Cancer Now's Wear It Pink Campaign, and this year I am especially…

The Scottish Government have opened a consultation on a comprehensive package of proposals to modernise compulsory purchase in Scotland, to make it simpler, more streamlined and fairer to all parties. The consultation will be opens for views to be submitted until 19th December. Commenting Fiona said: “Gap sites have been an issue in towns across West Lothian, particularly in Linlithgow and Whitburn in my Constituency, for years and despite continually raising this matter with landowners and developers, many of the sites across the Constituency remain. “I am pleased to see the Scottish Government consulting on a package of proposals to make compulsory purchase simpler, more streamlined and fairer for all involved. This legislation would not only apply to empty homes but would also help bring vacant land back into use.…

Fiona Hyslop MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency has attended the official opening of the new Hawkhill Primary in Winchburgh, which is part of the Winchburgh Development and designed to support the growing community in the town. The primary school has 8 classrooms, outdoor sports pitches, landscaped grounds and a mix of enclosed, semi enclosed and open plan teaching spaces to support varied learning styles. Nursery provision is also due to open at a later date. Fiona commented, "I was very pleased to attend the official opening of the new Hawkhill Primary in Winchburgh and see round the impressive building. "The building and its location have a strong link to the surrounding landscape and it is clear from the staff and pupils I met, that they are already feeling at home…

Fiona Hyslop MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency with Bathgate, Armadale, Blackridge and Linlithgow rail stations in her Constituency, has highlighted recent figures from the Office of Rail and Road which states that Scotland has the lowest rate of train cancellations in the whole of the UK.   Only 2% of stops were cancelled in Scotland in 2024-25, lower than 3.3% across the UK, and less than half the rate of 4.5% in North East England.   Download Fiona commented, “Since Scotrail was brought back into public ownership, rail services in Scotland have been going from strength to strength. This month, peak rail fares were scrapped for good, a recent survey found Scotrail was one of the best performing train operators in the UK and now we see that cancellations on Scotrail…

Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has raised over £417, with donations still coming in, for Macmillan Cancer Support at her coffee morning in aid of the charity held at Armadale Methodist Church Hall on Monday 22nd September. Fiona said: “I was pleased to see so many local people come along to have a coffee with me in support of the great work of Macmillan Cancer Support. “Macmillan is an important charity that supports those with cancer and their families, and I am delighted to have raised over £417 for them from our coffee morning in Armadale, with donations still coming in. “I would like to thank all of those who came along and so generously gave their time and money to charity. Also, a huge thanks to…