BUMPER ORDER FOR ALEXANDER DENNIS THANKS TO SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT SCHEME

Camelon bus builder Alexander Dennis Limited has won orders for 172 buses thanks to a Scottish Government scheme aimed at reducing transport emissions and driving a green recovery. A total of £40.5million has been awarded through the second round of the Scottish...

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR HOSPITALITY, RETAIL AND LEISURE BUSINESSES

A significant top-up to the grant support available for hospitality, retail and leisure businesses which have had to close due to current coronavirus restrictions has been announced by Finance Secretary Kate Forbes. This financial support of between £6,000 and £25,000...

Matheson welcomes continuation of free eye tests

Local SNP MSP, Michael Matheson, has welcomed the announcement by Health Secretary Shona Robison MSP that free eye examinations are to continue in Scotland, with a review of community optometry services to make further improvements. The review will consider the role...

LOCAL PARLIAMENTARIANS SUPPORT STRATHCARRON HOSPICE

Strathcarron Hospice’s “Hospice at Home” service has been campaigning to win votes in the National Lottery Awards which could see them secure a spot on national television and take home a £2000 cash prize. The National Lottery Awards, now in their twelfth year, are an...

Matheson condemns proposed closure of Clydesdale Bank in Denny

Falkirk West MSP Michael Matheson has criticised the Clydesdale Bank in its proposed closure of its branch in Denny. Mr Matheson said: “The proposal to close the bank in Denny town centre will be seen by the people of Denny and Dunipace as another blow to their...

Matheson welcomes additional support for victims of violence

Falkirk West MSP Michael Matheson has welcomed the news that an additional £20 million will be invested in a range of measures to tackle all forms of violence against women and girls in Scotland. The First Minister confirmed that the funding would be put in place over...