Donald Cameron, Scottish Conservative MSP for the Highlands and Islands, has highlighted newly released figures which show that NHS Western Isles and NHS Highland have the highest rates of delayed discharge in Scotland. They stood at 25.3% and 15.5% compared to a Scottish average of 8.5%.
I was delighted to visit the Scottish Salmon Company's Stronachullin marine site with my fellow Councillors today where I spoke to front-line workers and management about the important role aquaculture plays in Argyll and Bute's growing rural economy.
Donald Cameron, MSP for the Highlands and Islands, added a dash of pink to his usual attire to support Breast Cancer Now’s wear it pink fundraiser, which takes place on Friday 18 October.
Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has warmly welcomed the decision by the UK Government that there will be two year post study work visas for international students.
I had a very productive meeting with Depute Policy Lead for Economic Development Cllr Bobby Good and Depute Policy Lead for Communities, Housing and Islands Cllr Sir Jamie McGrigor in Kilmory where we discussed many pressing issues.
I was happy to be back on Islay again recently to check up on progress being made by our hard working roads and street-lighting teams in improving our island's infrastructure.