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
1000 people waiting over four hours at Borders A&E 4th October 2023 Over 1000 people waited more than four hours for emergency treatment in the Borders in August, according to new statistics. The latest Public Health Scotland... Local News
Fantastic work of Hawick's Escape Youth Services praised 3rd October 2023 I had a fantastic time playing rounders and learning all about the incredible work that Escape Youth Services do. I don't know who had more fun, me or the... Local News
Borders veterans joy at visiting Downing Street 27th September 2023 UK Armed Forces veterans from the Scottish Borders have spoken of their joy at getting the chance to visit Downing Street. David and Fiona Deacon, former Royal... Local News
John Lamont 'disappointed' by end of four Berwickshire bus services 20th September 2023 I am very disappointed by news that four bus services in the Scottish Borders will soon cease operating. People need these services to get to work, to visit... Local News
Humza Yousaf must invest in mental health services 19th September 2023 Mental health is just as important as your physical health. It’s vital that everybody recognises this and either seeks help themselves, should they need it, or... Opinions
Number of new build homes started in Borders falls by 87 per cent 13th September 2023 New government statistics show the number of new build homes started in the Borders fell by 87 per cent compared to the first quarter of last year. In the first... Local News
Competition starts to celebrate best Borders pubs 11th September 2023 I’m launching a competition to celebrate the best Borders pubs that bring people together and play a vital role as the beating heart of their local community... Local News
Summer surgery tour is essential to hear your concerns 22nd August 2023 Every year, I go on a summer surgery tour across the Borders. As your MP, I know how important it is to be accountable and accessible to you, my constituents... Opinions
80-venue summer surgery tour concludes 15th August 2023 Thank you to the hundreds of Borders residents who came to our summer surgery tour this year. Rachael Hamilton MSP and I held advice surgeries at more than 80... Local News
