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Responding to confirmation that the DRS scheme has been paused until March 2024, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton said:
Responding to the First Minister’s relaunch statement to the Scottish Parliament, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton said:
Speaking after the closure of the Scottish Government’s consultation on Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs), Orkney MSP Liam McArthur has echoed growing concerns among islanders about the approach being taken and the potential impact in the islands.
Responding to the torpedoing of Humza Yousaf’s relaunch, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP has today compared Humza Yousaf’s first weeks of taking over as First Minister to “Carry On Camping without the laughs”, as he urged Mr Yousaf to adopt a series of Scottish Liberal Democrat measures
Responding to Maree Todd's announcement that the first vote on the National Care Service Bill will be delayed again, meaning it won't be voted on until the autumn, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader and health spokesperson Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:
Her service; her sense of selflessness; her steadfast commitment to the nation. These values and her service have defined Her Majesty’s seven decade reign, and will continue to define her.
Richard is an incredible candidate, whose dedication to others has shone not only through his career, but also in his voluntary roles in the community.
Scrapping the Protocol would represent a new low. It would be an egregious breach of international law.
The anticipated Somerton and Frome election will be a close two horse race between the Lib Dems and the Conservatives.
Liberal Democrats want a way forward which works for Britain - that cuts down red tape, reduces costs for businesses and makes people better off as a result.
The Liberal Democrats have today published a comprehensive blueprint for replacing the broken business rates system.
