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 MP calls for 200 more student places at Borders College 25th April 2023 It’s vital that we support Borders College to provide opportunities for young people and fill local skills gaps for businesses. But this year, Borders College... Local News
Local journalist honoured at Number 10 reception 25th April 2023 Last week, Number 10 Downing Street hosted the Local Media Champions reception to celebrate local journalists from across the United Kingdom and thank them for... Local News
Local MP praises innovative Brussel sprout business in Borders 24th April 2023 I recently had the pleasure of visiting R&K Drysdales near Cockburnspath. During the visit, I received a tour of the plant and learnt more about their... Local News
Why we must extend the Borders Railway 20th April 2023 One of the most pressing issues facing Borders residents is the lack of access to reliable and efficient public transport. I am regularly contacted by local... Local News
Promoting Borders export opportunities during New York Tartan Week trip 19th April 2023 I was honoured to represent Scotland at the annual Tartan Week parade through New York City last week, where I donned the Doddie Weir tartan to march through... Local News
Borders mums band together to reopen Duns nursery 18th April 2023 A group of mums have managed to reopen a Duns nursery that was expected to close. The new Duns Community Nursery opened on 3 April after parents set up a not... Local News
New Hike and Bike Hub is a great addition to the community 7th April 2023 The new Hike and Bike Hub in Galashiels is doing fantastic work to promote active travel across the Scottish Borders. The hub on Channel Street in Galashiels is... Local News
Humza Yousaf is out of touch with the real priorities of the people of the Borders 7th April 2023 By John Lamont MP Last week, despite convincing only one in three SNP members that he was the right man for the job, Humza Yousaf was nominated as the SNP Party... Local News
Scottish Borders Community Volunteer of the Year Awards 3rd April 2023 A festival of volunteering has been announced to mark the Coronation of King Charles. To celebrate, I am hosting the Scottish Borders Community Volunteer of the... Local News
