Local MP Hails Positive Future for Cononish Mine Stirling MP Alyn Smith has welcomed renewed investment and focus from Scotgold Resources Ltd, to unlock the full potential of Scotland’s only operational gold mine. Set discreetly in the hills near Tyndrum, various initiatives have been undertaken over the years to ascertain the quantity, quality and location … Read more
Scottish Government Acts Despite ‘Zombie Westminster’ The UK Government must act urgently to prevent an economic and social calamity, says Stirling MP Alyn Smith – as the Scottish Government uses limited powers and budgets to assist with the cost of living crisis. Mr Smith is calling for the UK Parliament to be recalled and an … Read more
Evelyn Tweed MSP and Alyn Smith MP have today launched the 36th edition of a regular newsletter titled ‘Stirling Matters’. This newsletter is a handy way of keeping up-to-date with the latest activity from Alyn and Evelyn, as they represent their constituency of Stirling in the House of Commons and Scottish Parliament respectively. You can view … Read more
Eligible Businesses Can Apply for up to £15,000 Local MP Alyn Smith has praised the return of the Scottish Government’s Flexible Workforce Development Fund, now in its sixth year. Eligible businesses across Stirling and Scotland can apply for up to £15,000 to assist with access to workforce training courses through local colleges, the Open University … Read more
Citizens Advice Scotland Report Lays Bare Bleak Picture Local MP Alyn Smith has condemned the UK Government as ‘missing in action’, as the rapidly worsening economic outlook spells misery for households and businesses across Stirling and Scotland. New analysis from Citizens Advice Scotland shows a significant growth in demand for advice services relating to the … Read more
‘Scottish Social Security Approach Invests in our Communities’ Stirling politicians have hailed the Scottish Child Payment – described by one parent as a ‘lifesaver’ – as new research suggests the scheme is beginning to reduce debt, poverty and financial stress for families and households. First introduced in Scotland by the SNP in February 2021, and … Read more