Travel diary from Ukraine
Angus MacDonald MP shares his experience of travelling across Europe to deliver ambulances and medical supplies to the people of Ukraine.
15 Apr 2025
News
All the latest news from the Highland Liberal Democrats.
David Green
Dramatic decline in farm income demands action, Lib Dem says
The Scottish and UK Government is being urged to “listen carefully” to the plight of farmers after official figures reveal average farm income fell last year by 51% to £35,500, the lowest level since 2019-2020.
14 Apr 2025
Inverness MP launches report on Highlands social care crisis
Angus MacDonald MP calls on the Scottish Government to provide a clear, targeted funding plan for the construction of four new care homes on the west coast
2 Apr 2025
David Green
Campaigners secure Ministerial visit to Caithness maternity services
Following calls from campaigners, the Scottish Government’s Minister for Public Health and Women's Health Jenni Minto MSP has agreed to visit Caithness to meet with local residents who are worried about the lack of maternity services.
1 Apr 2025
David Green
Almost 1,300 violent incidents in Highland schools so far this year
Almost 1,300 violent incidents have been reported in schools across the Highland Council area in the current school year alone, statistics revealed by the Scottish Liberal Democrats have shown.
24 Mar 2025
Visitor tax, nice idea but flawed
Angus MacDonald MP sets out his views on the Tourist Visitor Levy proposed by the Highland Council and concludes it is an idea that has merits but is fundamentally flawed.
18 Dec 2024
Scottish News
Dunlop presses First Minister over "baby blind spot" in care system
Scottish Liberal Democrat MSP for the South of Scotland and former children's care charity chief executive Duncan Dunlop has today pressed the First Minister over comments from NSPCC Scotland warning that more than a decade of promises to reform Scotland'
9 Jun 2026
Cole-Hamilton announces spokesperson lineup ready to "get things done"
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has today announced his new spokesperson team and as he declared that they are "ready to roll up their sleeves and get things done".
9 Jun 2026
McArthur comments as domestic abuse figures rise again
Commenting on new figures showing the number of domestic abuse incidents rising for a second year in a row, Liam McArthur MSP said:
9 Jun 2026
Aberdeen hospitals years late and triple budget
Responding to confirmation that two Aberdeen hospitals originally due to open in 2020 have been further delayed, North East Scotland MSP Yi-pei Chou Turvey said:
8 Jun 2026
Cole-Hamilton presses Swinney to clean up Scottish politics
At First Minister’s Questions, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has today called for an inquiry into the actions of former SNP Chief Executive Peter Murrell and urged John Swinney to adopt key measures to clean up Scottish politics.
4 Jun 2026
Former postmaster sets out his aim to be a voice for the Highlands
Scottish Liberal Democrat MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch Andrew Baxter has today made his first speech in the Scottish Parliament, in which he paid tribute to the “resilient” communities of his constituency.
4 Jun 2026
UK News
Carers
A Fair Deal for Family Carers
Carers are not just support for their loved ones—they are the glue holding our fragile social care system together. They deserve more than token acknowledgements or empty promises.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Environment & Nature
The Clean Water Authority
Liberal Democrats believe that everyone has the right to enjoy clean, safe water and unpolluted rivers, lakes, and coastlines. We are committed to ending the national sewage scandal and holding water companies accountable for their environmental impact.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Carers
Reversing the cuts to Bereavement Support Payments
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.
16 Sep 2024
Supporting the Future of Music
We are committed to tackling the challenges facing our music industry head-on. By doing so, we can maintain the UK’s reputation as a global leader in music, while giving future generations the chance to share in its success.
LD
16 Sep 2024
International Development
Restoring the UK’s Reputation on the World Stage
The Liberal Democrats are committed to rebuilding the trust and compassion that the UK was once known for. We believe that our country has a responsibility to support those in need, no matter where they are in the world.
LD
16 Sep 2024
Home Affairs
Fixing Our Broken Prison System
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
LD
16 Sep 2024