Alyn Smith MP and Evelyn Tweed MSP have warmly welcomed an announcement from the Scottish Government, on funding to support the introduction of new treatment standards for drug users. £4 million will ensure drug users start receiving support on the day they ask for it. The announcement came following the first meeting of the Implementation […]
Comment on 1st June Covid Levels Update
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has today given an update on Scotland’s fight against Covid-19. Stirling, along with several other local authority areas, will remain at Level 2 of Scotland’s Strategic Framework. You can read more about what this means here. Alyn Smith MP said: ‘This is obviously disappointing, but we need to proceed with additional […]
Stirling Politicians Back Drug Law Reform
Alyn Smith MP and Evelyn Tweed MSP have expressed support for the all-party campaign to reform drugs law – including decriminalisation – and have renewed calls for immediate action on drug consumption rooms. The Misuse of Drugs Act (1971) was designed to prevent drug use and reduce harm but since it came into effect there […]
Local MP Responds to Stirling Move to Level 2 on Monday 17th May
Stirling MP Alyn Smith has responded to the announcement from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon of a further relaxation of lockdown restrictions as of Monday 17 May. Changes include 6 people from 3 households being allowed to meet in each other’s homes, further business venues (such as cinemas) being permitted to open, and hugging loved ones […]
Stirling MP Comments on 20/04/21 Covid Restrictions Update
Alyn Smith MP has welcomed today’s update by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, regarding Scotland’s fight against Covid-19. The FM announced a timetable for significant changes to pandemic-related health restrictions, which can be read in full here: https://www.gov.scot/news/moving-to-level-3/ Alyn Smith MP said: ‘This is welcome news, and is testament to the hard work of our NHS […]
Stirling MP Comments on 13/04/21 Covid Restrictions Update
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced today (13/04/21) that from Friday 16th April, there will be an easing of some Covid-19 related restrictions in Scotland. From 16/04/21, travel will be permitted anywhere in Scotland to meet friends or family outdoors, for recreation or exercise. Scots will also be able to meet up to 6 people […]