Category Archives: Parliament

Calls for transparency on lobbying

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Claudia

Earlier this month my colleague Neil Findlay introduced a consultation for a Member’s Bill that will consider the lobbying profession. The consultation is welcoming comments from individuals, organisations and other bodies on the prospect of creating a register that would … Continue reading →

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My Support, My Choice

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Claudia

Earlier this week, I chaired my first meeting as co-convenor of the Parliament’s Cross Party Group on Carers. The meeting provided the opportunity for members, carers and carers organisations to learn and share developing concerns about the Scottish Government’s proposals for … Continue reading →

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Building Links with Tanzania

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Claudia

Recently I got the chance to welcome visitors from Tanzania who were here as part of an exchange visit with Biggar Primary School.  On their visit to the Parliament Medson Sanga and Geral Geofrey Malisa got a chance to learn about the … Continue reading →

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Cry for help over childcare costs

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Claudia

I have added my support to a campaign from Save the Children which is aiming to make childcare more affordable for the poorest families in Scotland. A recent survey suggests that some parents on low incomes have been forced to quit work … Continue reading →

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Royal Opening of Parliament

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Claudia

At the start of this month the Parliament celebrated the official opening of the new session by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The opening of the Parliament offered MSPs the chance to celebrate the many achievements of the people of Scotland. As part … Continue reading →

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