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
Local MP raises concerns about wrong speed limits on Sat Nav systems 16th January 2024 I have launched a campaign to ensure the correct speed limits are displayed on Google Maps and satellite navigation systems. I have raised concerns about the... Local News
Borders MP congratulates Duns business for double award win 16th January 2024 I was very pleased to congratulate the Potting Shed in Duns on their recent award for 'Best Eatery' at the Scottish Business Awards and for winning a 'Taste our... Local News
Borders children waiting up to nine months for mental health appointment 16th January 2024 Shocking new figures have revealed that Borders children are waiting up to nine months for a mental health appointment. A new Freedom of Information request by... Local News
My priorities for the Borders in 2024 10th January 2024 The new year is a great time to look forward with a renewed sense of optimism and purpose. As your Member of Parliament for the Scottish Borders, I want to... Local NewsOpinions
Borders workers to pay more and get less from SNP 5th January 2024 This year, people across the Borders will pay more tax but get even less from the SNP Government. The SNP’s latest budget included a dire mixture of tax hikes... Local News
Christmas Card 2023 competition winner announced 23rd December 2023 I am pleased to announce the winning design in the annual Christmas Card competition I run alongside Rachael Hamilton MSP. This year's winning entry came from... Local News
My Christmas message for 2023 19th December 2023 Christmas is approaching and I hope you have wonderful plans to spend time with family and friends this year. It's the best time of year to come together and... Local NewsOpinions
Support local businesses over crucial winter period 15th December 2023 We’re lucky to have so many brilliant small businesses operating in the Scottish Borders. To celebrate just a few of them, I recently held my annual Small... Opinions
National 'Save Our Banks' campaign launches 13th December 2023 I have joined a national parliamentary campaign aimed at keeping bank branches open across the country. The ‘Save Our Banks’ campaign has been launched by... Local News
