Category: Shetland
SCOTT OFFERS BETTER SUPPORT FOR CROFTERS AND FARMERS
Shetland’s crofters and farmers need stronger support and understanding from a new Scottish Government says Tavish Scott. The Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland is pushing for cuts in agricultural red tape and fairer, targeted support schemes for crofters and farmers. Speaking after meeting crofters In Unst over the weekend, Tavish Scott said, “Lambing is [...]
SCOTT SAYS LIB DEMS WILL GIVE SHETLAND CARERS THE HELP THEY NEED AND DESERVE
Tavish Scott, the Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland, says Liberal Democrats will change the law to give Shetland carers the help they need and deserve. A Care for Carers Bill would give them the right to help, to allowances and to a break from their care duties. Speaking after visiting Care Centres across Shetland, [...]
SCOTT SLAMS SNP FOR TURNING THEIR BACK ON SHETLAND
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SCOTT QUESTIONS MINISTER OVER SCALLOWAY JUNIOR HIGH CLOSURE
Scotland’s Education Minister is saying the new Anderson High School was the only factor he considered when allowing Scalloway Junior High School to close. The Minister has replied to Tavish Scott who wrote on behalf of Scalloway parents, pupils and teachers asking for a full explanation of his decision. The Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for [...]
LIB DEM HOUSING ACTION PLAN WILL HELP SHETLAND SAYS SCOTT
Tavish Scott, the Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland, says that the Liberal Democrat Housing Action Plan will help both those who want to buy their own home and those who need an affordable rented home. Tavish Scott said,
SCOTT SLAMS SNP GOVERNMENT ON AIR DISCOUNT SCHEME CUTS
The SNP Government’s decision to cut Air Discount Scheme (ADS) support for Shetland is hitting the economy and costing Shetland dear says Tavish Scott. The Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland is committed to reversing this SNP cut and will ensure that Shetland businesses, community and voluntary groups can get help with the costs of [...]
BUILDING JOBS MATTER TO SHETLAND ECONOMY SAYS SCOTT
Visiting building projects in Lerwick today, Tavish Scott is highlighting these jobs and local businesses that are the backbone of the local economy. The Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Shetland wants a new Scottish Government to give better support to small businesses. Tavish Scott said,
SCOTT SEES KEY ISLES POLICIES IN THE LIB DEM MANIFESTO
After launching the Scottish Liberal Democrat manifesto, Tavish Scott, the Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland, has welcomed the inclusion of key policies for Shetland. Tavish Scott said,
SCOTT PLANS TO CUT REGULATION FOR BUSINESS
Tavish Scott, the Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland, says plans to cut regulations strangling business growth will help Shetland small businesses. The Scottish Liberal Democrats plans have been welcomed by the Federation of Small Businesses. Speaking today, visiting small businesses in Scalloway, Tavish Scott said,
SCOTT LAUNCHES HELP FOR PENSIONERS
Tavish Scott, the Scottish Liberal Democrat Candidate for Shetland, and his Party