Amendment for Scheme Passes by Four Votes Stirling MP Alyn Smith has welcomed the passing of a vital amendment regarding compensation for the victims of the infected blood scandal – as attempts at further delay by the UK Government were defeated by four votes. The amendment to the Victims and Prisoners Bill called on Ministers … Read more
One In Four Risk Christmas Debt; Workers Face £10,0000 Living Standards Gap Stirling MP Alyn Smith has urged further action on the economy from the UK Government, as two consecutive reports reveal the UK’s dire economic situation. A recent report by the the Money and Pensions Service highlights over 14 million people – one in … Read more
Relief Needed for Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Sectors Local MP Alyn Smith is calling for urgent support to retail, hospitality and leisure businesses across Stirling, as economic anxieties mount ahead of the festive period. The Office of National Statistics estimates retail sales volumes fell by 0.3% in October 2023, following a fall of 1.1% in … Read more
MP Survey Finds 76% with Concerns Over Speeding Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith has backed efforts to improve road safety in Thornhill, after a survey of residents found three-quarters of respondents remained concerned with speeding in their community. Stirling Council officials have been working closely with the local Community Council and others to measure road … Read more
Dementia Friendly Dunblane Work ‘Invaluable’, Says Stirling MP Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith has welcomed the efforts of Dementia Friendly Dunblane, a local group of volunteers taking forward valuable work to improve accessibility in the community – and has presented them with an ‘Alyn’s Local Heroes’ award in recognition of their efforts. Members of the … Read more
