Hyslop Congratulates Blackburn’s Tree Club on Lottery Win

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HYSLOP CONGRATULATES BLACKBURN’S TREE CLUB ON LOTTERY WIN Local MSP Fiona Hyslop has congratulated Blackburn’s Tree Club Project who was successful in applying for a £390,500 grant for investing in Communities and Supporting 21st Century Life. The Tree Club's 'The Tree Club' project will increase the capacity of their after school and holiday club for children and young people aged between five and 18 with severe learning disabilities. Fiona Hyslop said; “This is great news for The Tree Club in Blackburn, not only allowing an increase in intake but this will also allow them to expand their holiday scheme into Easter and Autumn. “More children and young people with severe learning difficulties will now be able to access the Tree Club’s after school and holiday club, furthering their potential and…
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Hyslop Welcomes Reinstated X14 Bus to Whitburn

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HYSLOP WELCOMES REINSTATED X14 BUS TO WHITBURN SNP MSP, Fiona Hyslop’s campaign to reinstate the X14 First Bus Service from Whitburn to Glasgow has been successful and will return to its original route on Monday, December 5th 2011. Fiona Hyslop met with First Bus Group’s Regional Manager, Mr Paul Thomas, wrote letters to his office and sent him a copy of her petition against the withdrawal of service X14; a petition which contained over a hundred local signatures. First Bus contacted Ms Hyslop this week to announce plans to reinstate the route. Ms Hyslop has commented; “I am delighted with the announcement to reinstate the X14 bus service. This service was a vital link to Glasgow for many of the city’s ex-residents who now live in Whitburn and I am…
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Hyslop Welcomes 250 New Jobs for Broxburn

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[caption id="attachment_541" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Fiona Hyslop MSP with Raymond Fraser, Site Director of VION Halls, Broxburn"][/caption] HYSLOP WELCOMES 250 NEW JOBS FOR BROXBURN SNP MSP for Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the announcement made at First Minister’s Questions today by the First Minister for a major training and employment boost in Vion Food Group’s Pork processing facility in Broxburn. The multi-million pound investment in training and skills development is a key element in the creation of a Centre of Excellence for fresh manufacturing at Vion’s Hall’s, safeguarding 1000 jobs and creating an extra 250 jobs. Fiona said; “I am delighted with this major announcement of 250 new jobs in my constituency and that 1000 employees already working in the Halls have secured their jobs. In the current economic climate…
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Hyslop Issues Phone Scam Warning

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HYSLOP ISSUES PHONE SCAM WARNING After receiving complaints from constituents, Local MSP Fiona Hyslop has issued a warning that people in West Lothian may be falling victim to a phone scam. Callers pretend to be from a computer company and claim to need to fix the computer in your home. They then direct you to a website where they can gain remote access of your computer, gaining further access to your bank details and personal records. Ms Hyslop said; “I would like to draw attention to this phone scam that appears to be targeting West Lothian. “I am in the process of writing to local pensioners groups and having notices displayed in public places so that all my constituents are aware of this scam. “You should never allow anyone you…
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Hyslop Welcomes Single Police Force

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HYSLOP WELCOMES SINGLE POLICE FORCE PROPOSAL SNP MSP for Linlithgow Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the Justice Secretary’s statement to the Scottish Parliament to create a single police and single fire and emergency force to safeguard the vital front line services. Commenting, Ms Hyslop said; “I believe that a single police force will enhance police services in West Lothian and will ensure these vital front line services are fit for the future. In effect it would give more centralised, operational power on policing to the individual communities for “F” Division covering West Lothian rather than having to defer to Lothian and Borders. “This new system will also allow every councillor the ability to play a role in holding the police to account, giving every community direct contact with senior officers in…
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Local MSP Delighted as Linlithgow wins Beautiful Scotland’s Top Prize

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LOCAL MSP DELIGHTED AS LINLITHGOW WINS BEAUTIFUL SCOTLAND’S TOP PRIZE MSP for Linlithgow, Fiona Hyslop has congratulated the Burgh Beautiful Group for winning the Premier Prize at the Beautiful Scotland Awards this week. Prizes were awarded to Scotland’s most beautiful towns in a variety of catergories. The most prestegious award, The Rosebowl Premier Award went to Burgh Beautiful in Linlithgow. Ms Hyslop commented; “I am delighted to hear that Linlithgow’s Burgh Beautiful have won this significant award. “They have worked tirelessly and enthusiastically over recent years to grow the impact on the town with their planting and tendring. I have met members of Burgh Beautiful in the past when I have taken part in their litter picking days and I think that the recognition that comes with this award is…
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Hyslop Celebrates Boghall Primary School Achievements

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[caption id="attachment_521" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Fiona Hyslop MSP and Pupils from Boghall Primary"][/caption] HYSLOP CELEBRATES BOGHALL PRIMARY SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENTS Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow has visited (Friday, 2nd September) Boghall Primary to celebrate the school achieving Fairtrade School Status, their 3rd Eco Flag, 3rd Gold Award for Enterprise and their Rights Respecting School Level 2. Ms Hyslop enjoyed a morning of celebrations with the staff and pupils and was present for the official opening of their new school artwork. After the event, Ms Hyslop said; “I am hugely impressed with the staff and pupils from Boghall Primary and what they have achieved for their school. “Fairtrade addresses the injustices of conventional trade, ensuring better working conditions and it’s great to see the pupils and staff work so hard to deliver this.…
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Linlithgow MSP Urges Constituents to Atend Doors Open Day (Sept 8-11th)

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LINLITHGOW MSP URGES CONSTITUENTS TO ATTEND DOORS OPEN DAY Local MSP, Fiona Hyslop is urging the people of West Lothian to take advantage of West Lothian Open Doors Days this weekend (8th, 10th and 11th September). Several attractions across Linlithgow and surrounding areas are opening their doors to the public with many of the historic sites opening for the first time. Ms Hyslop said; “West Lothian Doors Open Day is a fantastic opportunity to see inside some of the town’s most historic and attractive buildings. “This year’s expanded programme will see several familiar buildings staging a variety of free activities and with many of the churches or buildings having only just opened, there is no better time to discover the history and architecture on our doorstep.”
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Hyslop Welcomes Artist Rooms Tour at Burgh Halls

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HYSLOP WELCOMES ARTIST ROOMS TOUR AT BURGH HALLS Local MSP for Linlithgow, Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the news that the Linlithgow Burgh Halls is one of 17 Scottish venues to host the 2012 Artist Rooms tour of modern and contemporary art. The Burgh Halls will display American photographer Robert Mapplethorne’s work until October 2012. Ms Hyslop has commented; “This is a real achievement for the newly refurbished Burgh Halls and really reflects the quality of their provision. “I would encourage the people of Linlithgow and across West Lothian to stop in and admire this wonderful art work in the stunning surroundings of our historic halls.” -ends- Extra Info: Artist Rooms is jointly owned and managed by the National Galleries of Scotland and Tate. It is made up of more than…
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Local Allotments Open in Linlithgow Constituency

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HYSLOP WELCOMES OPENING OF LOCAL ALLOTMENTS Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow attended the opening Celebrations of Oakwell Community Growing Plots on Saturday. Linlithgow and District Allotment Society (LADAS) found out in January 2011 that they have secured planning permission for Community Growing Plots on the private land between Linlithgow and Philpstoun. Commenting after the event, Ms Hyslop said; “I was pleased to attend the opening organised by Linlithgow and District Allotment Society and to see first-hand the fantastic achievement since May from 67 plot holders. Congratulations to Kirsty Leonard and her team for their determination and persistence. “There is a real sense of community here in this open and inviting piece of land and the cabin built within the plots certainly allows for friendly gardening conversation among members. “The produce…
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