Cole-Hamilton comments on embargoed RCN report on overcrowding
Responding to the embargoed RCN report into overcrowding in Scotland's NHS, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:
16 Jan 2025
Banffshire and Buchan Coast Liberal Democrats
Working hard for the coastal communities of the North Aberdeenshire and Moray East
The Banffshire and Buchan local party covers the coastal strip, from Cruden Bay on the North Sea Coast to Buckie in the Moray Firth area. We cover six wards on Aberdeenshire Council and two on Moray Council.
Scottish Party News
Carmichael welcomes protection of coastguard helicopter readiness
Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed the government’s announcement today that the current readiness state for coastguard search-and-rescue helicopters based at Sumburgh in Shetland and Stornaway will be protected at the existing level
14 Jan 2025
McArthur comments on assisted dying evidence session
Responding to today's evidence session in which the Scottish Parliament's health committee took evidence from various health and disability organisations on his Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, Liam McArthur MSP said:
14 Jan 2025
Operations activity stagnating below pre-pandemic levels
Responding to Public Health Scotland figures published today which show that the number of planned operations is still falling short of pre-pandemic levels, with 15.2% fewer operations planned between December 2023 and November 2024 than were planned in t
14 Jan 2025
More than 2,000 people stuck in hospital
Responding to new Public Health Scotland figures showing 2,020 people were stuck in hospital at the November census due to their discharge being delayed, amongst the worst on record, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP said:
14 Jan 2025
Worst 8 hour A&E wait times in 2 years
Responding to new figures showing only 58.7% of people attending A&E were seen within the 4 hour target in the week ending 5th January, while 18.3% of people waited over 8 hours (the worst since January 2023) and 9.1% waited over 12 hours, Scottish Libera
14 Jan 2025
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Environment
The Clean Water Authority
Liberal Democrats believe that everyone has the right to enjoy clean, safe water and unpolluted rivers, lakes, and coastlines. We are committed to ending the national sewage scandal and holding water companies accountable for their environmental impact.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Carers
Reversing the cuts to Bereavement Support Payments
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.
16 Sep 2024
Supporting the Future of Music
We are committed to tackling the challenges facing our music industry head-on. By doing so, we can maintain the UK’s reputation as a global leader in music, while giving future generations the chance to share in its success.
LD
16 Sep 2024
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