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Many of my constituents in Edinburgh West have shared their concerns over the implementation of the McCloud judgement on public sector pensions. I asked the minister what steps this are being taking to ensure that my constituents are properly informed & not negatively impacted

I asked for assurances that the brightest and best who came here and then helped us through a critical period in the Covid crisis are not adversely affected by new visa rules.

Across the political divide, people are united on the need for a change in the law to give terminally ill people choice and dignity in their dying days.

At the moment Britons arrested abroad are not automatically guaranteed consular support if they are falsely arrested or detained. This Government promised to address that, but when and what exactly will it mean?

I have written to the Foreign Secretary to urgent him to take stronger action again Saudi Arabia for their repeated infringement of women’s fundamental human rights. People should always be able to freely express their support for women’s right.

The Women and Equalities Committee heard heart-breaking testimony from women affected by under-regulated cosmetic implants. I asked experts what’s driving the increase in women seeking these procedures.

International students play a key role in supporting universities in Edinburgh and communities across the country. I look forward to reassurances from Ministers that changes to immigration rules won’t put this vital sector at risk.

Thanks to Liberal Democrats’ Women and Equalities Spokesperson Christine Jardine 🔶 for supporting the Jewish LGBTQ+ community. ✡️🏳️‍🌈 edm.parliament.uk/early-day-moti…

Tonight LGBT+ Lib Dems 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ 🔶 has written to Lib Dem MPs, urging those who haven’t yet signed Christine Jardine 🔶’s Early Day Motion on political parties at Pride to do so. This is a pivotal moment for politicians and parties to start the next steps in rebuilding trust. edm.parliament.uk/early-day-moti…

The Assisted Dying Bill is back in the Commons today. One of the people I've spoken to about this is @SophieRBlake, who has secondary breast cancer which has spread to her lungs, liver and pelvic bone. 👇Watch us discuss what this law would mean for her and her daughter

The End of Life Bill must be clear in purpose, cautious in application, and compassionate in impact. Watch my speech from today’s Report Stage:

Another Interesting week!

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek I attended an event focused on the importance of community support in tackling mental health challenges. No one should face these struggles alone — together, we can build a society that prioritises wellbeing and compassion

I discuss how education drives economic growth—but UK Govt policies are putting Scotland’s universities at risk. Immigration plans & NI hikes threaten vital income from international students. We must fix funding, not punish world-class institutions. scotsman.com/news/opinion/c…

It is time to stop pitting the rights of one vulnerable group against another. Trans people need respect, recognition and protection for the rights and freedoms that many of us take for granted.

The next Asda Foundation Grant Scheme - the high value Local Community Spaces fund - is now open. Groups that benefit local people are encouraged to apply. You can find more information here: asdafoundation.org/our-grants/loc…

Keir Starmer's announcement today of a U-turn on Winter Fuel Payments offers an opportunity to ensure the correct support is in place for next winter.

The killing of two young Israeli Embassy staff near the Jewish Museum in Washington DC is an appalling and senseless act. Antisemitism in all its forms is inexcusable and we must stand against it.

The Eilidh MacLeod Memorial Trust has launched its 2025 grants for young musicians and youth music groups. They are seeking applicants from all genres and disciplines of music. Applications close on Friday 27 June 2025. You can apply via their website: url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/aB6xCK13nCq4…

A snapshot of what I have been up to this week