Thanks to John Finnie MSP for nominating me.  As this is all about raising awareness for MND Scotland I nominate some lovely folk who are in a good position to do just that, Lorraine Howard, Roisin McGroarty and Vicky Murray, you have 48 hours women - Good Luck!http://www.mndscotland.org.uk/

Enjoying the music with Margaret Burgess MSPand Provost Joan SturgeonIt was a pleasure to attend the official opening of ANCHO's refurbished maisonette blocks and Community BBQ on Friday.  The refurbished blocks and new grassed area have made a real difference to how the area looks and it was great to see everyone enjoying the entertainment... Continue Reading →

#ScotlandwithGaza Demo in GlasgowLast Saturday I joined hundreds of others in Glasgow city centre to show our solidarity with Gaza and call for action against Israel by means of Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions.100s gathered in George Square in Solidarity with GazaYesterday in Irvine it was great to see local activists out again raising awareness, gathering... Continue Reading →

It was a real pleasure to visit 1st Irvine guides on Wednesday 25th June.  The young women had written to me as part of their citizenship work and shared some of their concerns about the area.  We had a really good discussion about litter and the environment, outdoor play and safety.  I came away with... Continue Reading →

“North Ayrshire Council recognise the value and services the credit union can offer our community and actively promote the Credit Union throughout the area. “Financial inclusion is hugely important and local credit unions have a key part to play, particularly, working to promote financial wellbeing and reduce poverty in the community.”It’s great to see North... Continue Reading →

With the double award winning North Ayrshire Housing Teamat Scottish Housing Awards EIC Edinburgh

North Ayrshire rising stars awards took place on Friday 13th June.  As North Ayrshire Youth Champion I was privileged to play a part opening and closing proceedings in Greenwood.  "It's a privilege is one of those phrases that trips off the tongue a lot in speeches but I mean what I say, getting to call... Continue Reading →

At our last NAC Police and Fire & Rescue committee on 12th February  I raised the issue of stop and search of young people, my primary concern was around whether or not young people could give informed consent to searches if they were not fully aware of their rights on the matter.  On the back... Continue Reading →

Today North Ayrshire Council unanimously backed my motion giving our full support to the Scottish Youth Parliaments Care, Fair Share Campaign.  "NAC notes the invaluable service provided by Scotland's Young Carers; expresses concern at the difficult financial circumstances that can force young carers into poverty, commits to implementing the Scottish Government revised EMA guidance ensuring... Continue Reading →

Today I visited North Ayrshire council's latest build project which will Provide 46 new homes in Kilwinning.  Housing services have done a really good job of incorporating the natural surroundings into the project.  The team have worked with the Scottish Wildlife Trust to link with neighbouring Corsehillmuir wood with a new footpath which runs alongside... Continue Reading →