Two local Argyll politicians have called on the general public to participate in Transport Scotland’s ongoing public consultation into a new route into Argyll in response to a series of landslides at the A83 Rest and Be Thankful.

Three local politicians have welcomed plans to virtually upgrade Dunoon’s shop fronts on the Google Street View platform which is part of the Google Maps service.

Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has urged SNP ministers to work with the UK Government to deliver infrastructure projects that are vital for the Scottish economy.

The success of two Oban High School students,  Archie Malloch and Ruaridh Blackadder, in winning the 2020 Poppyscotland Learning Competition has been highlighted in the Scottish Parliament.

Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has welcomed the announcement that an extra £700m will be coming to Scotland, increasing the amount the UK Government has delivered to Scotland to £7.2 billion.

The work of people supporting those with life-limiting conditions is being remembered on World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on Saturday.

Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has backed the “Scotland Loves Local” campaign which encourages people to support their local High Streets and shops.

Mr Cameron said: “Our High Streets sustain numerous jobs and livelihoods across the Highlands and Islands.

Regeneration work on Lochgilphead Front Green and Colchester Square, Lochgilphead, is now expected to begin in 2021.

Senior Scottish Conservatives in Argyll and Bute have warmly welcomed the decision by leader Douglas Ross to no longer support the introduction of tuition fees for students in Scotland.

Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron said: 

Shadow Health Secretary Donald Cameron is highlighting the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the mental health of many people.

 “Research tells us that mental health problems are more common than we may think and, sadly, the Covid-19 pandemic will have had a serious additional effect.