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
Sturgeon must be suspended from the SNP 12th June 2023 Following the arrest of Nicola Sturgeon on Sunday, and given the scale of the police investigation and the potential repercussions, the former First Minister... Holyrood News
Bank of Scotland betraying customers over four Borders branch closures 9th June 2023 Last week the Lloyds Banking Group, who operate the Bank of Scotland, decided to close branches in Duns, Eyemouth, Jedburgh and Newcastleton. In response, I... Local News
Scottish Borders MP encourages volunteers to help Selkirk Scouts Group 6th June 2023 It was a joy to spend an evening joining in the activities of the Selkirk Scout Group and see all the badges they have earned. I was very impressed with the... Local News
Bank branch closures 'unacceptable' 1st June 2023 I have been told that Lloyds will shut four Bank of Scotland branches in Duns, Eyemouth, Jedburgh and Newcastleton between October 2023 and February 2024. This... Local News
Paying tribute to selfless Borders volunteers 31st May 2023 We should never take for granted the positive role that volunteers play in our communities. I have a huge amount of admiration for everyone across the Borders... Opinions
Over 22,000 applicants on social housing waiting lists across Borders 30th May 2023 The SNP Government should be ashamed that over 22,000 applicants, including nearly 9,000 children, are currently on social housing waiting lists across the... Local News
Borders businesses recognised at No.10 reception 29th May 2023 It was a pleasure to celebrate two fantastic Scottish Borders businesses at the Number 10 Downing Street Local Business Champions Reception. Congratulations to... Local NewsWestminster News
27,000 Scottish Borders premises to benefit from broadband expansion 25th May 2023 For too long, broadband connections in the Borders have not been as quick and reliable as local people need. That's why I warmly welcome the news that... Local News
Winners of Borders volunteer awards announced 22nd May 2023 I am delighted to recognise just some of the wonderful volunteers in the Scottish Borders who selflessly go above and beyond for our communities. The dedication... Local News
