Honouring the memory and bravery of Lieutenant David MacIntyre VC 25th August 2018 The village of Portnahaven on Islay played host to the ceremony to mark the one hundredth anniversary of the actions at Henin and Fontaine-Les-Croisilles... Local News
GERS figures raise serious questions about the real cost of independence 20th August 2018 The SNP announced it is starting up a new “fact-checking” service to monitor the accuracy of research and political statements. Many people in Scotland will be... Local News
Union flags on display in Gigha 17th August 2018 It was great to be back on Isle of Gigha for yet another successful surgery. I heard directly from the hard working Gigha ferry crew about the challenges facing... Local News
Tourism, Drainage and safety concerns at Tarbert Surgery 15th August 2018 I had another very successful surgery today in Tarbert. It was great to speak to so many of my constituents. The closure of Tarbert's tourist information centre... Local News
Super fast fibre reaches Bowmore. 14th August 2018 I have been receiving numerous complaints about sewage and drainage issues in Bowmore. Also problems with whole sections of street lighting malfunctioning... Local News
SNP plans to introduce named persons even if the legislation is not passed 14th August 2018 The SNP are considering implementing the Orwellian named person scheme even if Parliament rejects it. SNP Government documents released through FOI requests... Local News
First significant archaeological excavation of Dunyvaig Castle 13th August 2018 Conservative Councillor Alastair Redman, was among volunteers when the first significant excavation of Dunyvaig Castle began on August 13th 2018. Long... Local News
Long awaited road repairs 13th August 2018 I have been putting out my latest in-touch/survey leaflet in Port Charlotte, Portnahaven and Port Wemyss. I was able to speak to many local residents while also... Local News
Issues and Initiatives raised at Agricultural Show 11th August 2018 I was very happy to attend this year's Islay, Jura and Colonsay Agricultural Show. It was great to hear about the terrific working being done by the Islay... Local News