John Lamont opposes Labour's Family Farm Tax in Commons speech Monday, 18 November, 2024 Ina speech to the House of Commons on Monday, I called Labour's Family Farm Tax a "shameful betrayal" of farmers which will "rip apart rural businesses". Labour's Family Farm Tax will rip apart rural businesses and prevent farmers from passing on the family farm to the next generation. It's cruel, it's bitter and it's divisive. And it's the opposite of what Labour said they would do. It's another... Local News
John Lamont hosts public meeting over mega-pylon project 11th November 2024 I recently chaired a public meeting in Caddonfoot Village Hall on Saturday, 9 November. I was pleased to host this productive public meeting so that local... Local News
Labour's first budget betrays the Borders 8th November 2024 Over the last week I have heard from numerous local residents who are dismayed and bitterly disappointed by the first Budget from the new UK Labour government... Opinions
Center Parcs plans new Hawick site 5th November 2024 Holiday village operator Center Parcs has unveiled plans for its first site in Scotland. The new resort near Hawick in the Scottish Borders would represent a... Local News
Opposing Labour's new Family Farm Tax 1st November 2024 Labour have introduced a Family Farm Tax in their Budget that could have devastating consequences. Labour's changes to agricultural property relief could be... Local News
Labour budget 'a blow to the Borders' 30th October 2024 Labour’s tax-raising budget will be disastrous for workers, farmers, pensioners and small businesses in our local communities. It’s a blow to people right... Westminster News
Mega-pylon projects must not scar countryside 14th October 2024 The Borders has some of the most beautiful countryside landscapes anywhere in Scotland or the United Kingdom. I'm passionate about protecting our natural... Opinions
John Lamont meets with local Parkinson's Support Group 9th October 2024 I recently attended a meeting of the Borders Parkinson's Support Group. It was a pleasure to join this fantastic local group and spend some time with those who... Local News
Local MP raises issue of 'reckless' speeding on A68 near Camptown 23rd September 2024 I have been troubled by reports from local residents about the excessive and potentially even reckless speeds of some vehicles on the A68 south of Jedburgh... Local News
Standing up to the SNP and Labour's winter fuel payment cut 13th September 2024 Over the last month, on doorsteps and on streets across the Borders, people have raised one issue with me far more than any other. The new UK Labour government... Opinions
