Graham Simpson MSP visits Forth Rail bridge Monday, 22 April, 2024 Last week, Graham Simpson MSP visited the Forth Rail bridge. The visit was arranged by Balfour Beatty, who maintain the bridge. Graham Simpson MSP said: "I got to go to the top of the Forth Bridge today. It opened in 1890 and was built with all British steel. It is awesome. "It took us 90 seconds in a very secure hoist to get from ground level to the platform at the top of the Forth Rail bridge... Articles
Shadow Transport Minister visits HVS in Glasgow 16th January 2023 It was wonderful to meet Jawad Khursheed and the rest of the team from HVS (Hydrogen Vehicle Systems) at their office in Glasgow this morning. With HGV's... Holyrood News
MSP praises Lanarkshire-based sustainable fashion outlet 13th January 2023 I was delighted to take in part in a debate on sustainable fashion and highlight the impressive work Lanarkshire-based ACS Clothing are doing to encourage... Holyrood News
My comment on the Forth being award Green Freeport status 13th January 2023 MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson said: “I’m delighted that the UK Government and Scottish Government have jointly selected the Forth Green Freeport to... Local News
MSP calls on SNP to rapidly address the attainment gap 12th January 2023 Educational attainment is continuing to decline in Scotland and it's not good enough for the SNP to constantly blame Covid as this issue predates the pandemic... Holyrood News
Less than a quarter of pothole claims compensated by cash-strapped Lanarkshire council 12th January 2023 Less than a quarter of claims for damage caused by potholes were compensated by North Lanarkshire Council in the last three years. Figures obtained by the... Local News
MSP welcomes UK Parliament debate on bravery award 11th January 2023 In the last few years, myself and the Lanarkshire Police Historical Society have been calling on the UK government to create an award for emergency workers... Holyrood News
Lanarkshire MSP showcases General Aviation sector 11th January 2023 It was a pleasure to sponsor an event on behalf of the Light Aircraft Association last night in The Scottish Parliament and showcase the variety of sectors... Holyrood News
MSP discusses Circular Economy Bill with FOE Scotland 10th January 2023 It was good to catch up with Kim Pratt from Friends of the Earth Scotland to hear her thoughts about the Circular Economy Bill which will be introduced to The... Holyrood News
My comment on the passing of the Gender Recognition Reform Bill 23rd December 2022 Please find my comment on Parliament passing the Gender Recognition Reform Bill below. MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson said: “Many residents in... Holyrood News