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Fiona Hyslop Meets with Health Secretary Over Temporary Changes to the Children's Ward at St John's Hospital Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow Constituency wrote to and has met with the Health Secretary, Nicola Sturgeon to express her concerns on the temporary closure of St. John’s Hospital Children’s Ward and to ask for assurances that this issue will not re-occur in the future. After meeting with the Health Secretary, other MSPs and local West Lothian Councillors at the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday (July 3rd), Fiona said; “I made it clear to NHS Lothian that we need to have a long term sustainable commitment to the Children’s Ward at St John’s Hospital – a commitment already confirmed at an earlier meeting in February this year when I raised recruitment issues with them.…

Hyslop Attends Business in Parliament Conference Fiona Hyslop MSP and her guest, local Businessman from Linlithgow, Ewan Hunter attended the Scottish Parliament’s annual Business in Parliament Conference on Friday (June 8th, 2012). Hyslop, who attend the conference as a local MSP said; “This conference is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses and business people to learn from the days events and meet like-minded people from other communities. “The conference was filled with such experienced speakers as entrepreneur Sir Tom Hunter and the First Minister of Scotland and the Parliament hosted informative workshops for the MSPs guests. > “Bringing together MSPs, senior business figures and key organisations from across the country, this conference has today examined the depths of Scottish entrepreneurialism and our desire for development of our businesses in Scotland.”…

Hyslop Welcomes Bathgate Pupil Council to Parliament SNP MSP for Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop has today met with the staff and pupils from Bathgate Academy who sit on their pupil council. Ms Hyslop organised a tour and room for the group where she could sit and discus their work. Fiona said; ”This is the second year I have hosted Bathgate Academy’s Pupils Council in the Holyrood Building and I am delighted to meet with them again this year. “The pupil council in Bathgate are always very keen to learn more about the Scottish Parliament and the role politics plays in everyday life. “I am pleased to spend time responding to their questions and share views on local and national issues that are important to them.”

Hyslop Marks Volunteer Week in Linlithgow Local MSP, Fiona Hyslop has visited Brae Court in Linlithgow to mark Volunteers Week 2012 (June 4th -10th). Commenting at her visit, Ms Hyslop said; “I am delighted to be at Brae Court in Linlithgow to mark the hugely important work that our volunteers do. “Volunteers Week is a great opportunity to showcase our volunteers and ensure that their dedication and hard work is recognised. “Today I have met many volunteers and staff at Brae Court, run by Bield Housing Association and have seen first-hand the contribution they make to their communities and the benefits they offer our society. “They’re work is an inspiration and I am more than happy to highlight their efforts.”

Hyslop Congratulates Boghall and Bathgate Juvenile Pipe Band Local MSP, Fiona Hyslop has congratulated Boghall and Bathgate Juvenile Pipe band for their performance at Edinburgh Castle at an official Government Engagement. Fiona said; “Boghall and Bathgate Juvenile Pipe Band gave a fantastic performance. They received a standing ovation from our international guests. “I was very proud - their pride and confidence really enhanced their performance.”

Hyslop Welcomes ‘YES’ Campaign for Scotland “Scotland’s future will be decided by the people, not the politicians” Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow Constituency has attended the launch of the SNP’s ‘YES’ Campaign ahead of the Independence Referendum scheduled for Autumn 2014. After the launch, Fiona said; “The Scottish people face an exciting and historic choice in 2014, one which will allow our people to have the opportunity to have the power as a country to create jobs, address fuel prices and to control the money that Scotland raises in tax. “In the West Lothian, as across Scotland, the debate is just beginning, but it is clear the interest in independence extends throughout the community and across party lines. “The best people to decide Scotland’s future are the people who care…

Local MSP Visits Bathgate Flood Victims Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow Constituency has today (Friday 25th May) visited the site where a 27 inch water main burst in Bathgate on Tuesday morning. The burst main which flooded nine properties on Leyland Road and a further six on Meikle Inch Lane has now been drained and residents were evacuated safely by emergency services. Fiona Hyslop, who visited the site and met residents from the streets with Scottish Water representatives, said; “The damage done to these homes is devastating. “Councillor Willie Boyle has been a great help visiting each resident on the day of the burst offering them support and advice. “Lothian and Borders Emergency Services have done a great job clearing the water and responded quickly and effectively to the alert…

Hyslop Celebrates West Lothian 41st Highland Games Local MSP, Fiona Hyslop attended the West Lothian Chieftains Parade and Highland Games as a Games Association guest at the weekend. Commenting on the day Ms Hyslop said; “The Highland Games in Meadow Park this year, as always, has been a triumphant success. The glorious sunshine brought the crowds out in droves and helps build the momentum for the British Pipe Band Championships when they come in 2013. “The event is run solely by local volunteers and they deserve massive congratulations for the important work they do and the enjoyable day they have delivered for their community. “I was particularly pleased to see our Chambers of Commerce Chief Executive, Dave MacDougal, a keen supporter of the Highland Games, taking up his post as…

Fiona Hyslop Visits Broxburn Bottlers During Whisky Centenary Year Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow Constituency has visited Broxburn Bottlers today during the centenary year of the Scotch Whisky Association. The SWA will mark this occasion with a number of events, including a reception held in the Scottish Parliament earlier this year, which Fiona Hyslop attended. An Exhibition will run at Holyrood later in the year. “It was great to see round Broxburn Bottlers – a company employing around 200 locals and I am pleased that a company based in West Lothian is contributing to the increased sale of Scotch Whisky internationally. "Last year, Scotch Whisky exports rocketed by almost a quarter in value to £4.23 billion. “I was very impressed with what I saw at the company and how they…

Hyslop Highlights Importance of Recycling in Broxburn Local MSP Fiona Hyslop has visited Shanks Waste Management Recycling Centre in Broxburn today to see round the facilities and highlight the work they do in the local community. After the visit, Fiona said; “I was pleased to meet with staff from Shanks Waste Management Recycling Centre today. (Monday 14th May) “West Lothian in general has a reputation of being a very ‘green’ region. In fact, most of our local schools have green flag status, ensuring that children from an early age are aware of its benefits. “As a nation we have a strong commitment to minimising waste and it is great to see an employer in West Lothian driving forward the zero waste agenda.”