SNP Group in North Ayrshire Council is set to to continue its policy of 'No Bedroom Tax Evictions' for a further year.Speaking on behalf of the Group, finance and housing spokesperson Cllr Ruth Maguire commented:"North Ayrshire’s SNP councillors are determined to do all we can to protect tenants affected by this cruel and unfair Westminster tax.  The Bedroom Tax... Continue Reading →

SNP Group in North Ayrshire Council is set to to continue its policy of 'No Bedroom Tax Evictions' for a further year.Speaking on behalf of the Group, finance and housing spokesperson Cllr Ruth Maguire commented:"North Ayrshire’s SNP councillors are determined to do all we can to protect tenants affected by this cruel and unfair Westminster tax.  The Bedroom Tax... Continue Reading →

It was wonderful to hear confirmation yesterday that all forms of care will be extended to the age of 21 with further support up to 26.  Well done to all who worked on the Children and Young Peoples bill, in particular the young care leavers who shared their experience.   The Scottish government announcement means hundreds... Continue Reading →

Yesterday, the Scottish Government published its guide to what an independent Scotland will look like. The document, Scotland’s Future, is the most detailed blueprint for our country ever produced.Both sides now agree that Scotland can be a successful independent nation. Our public finances are healthier than the UK’s and by creating our own economic policies,... Continue Reading →

Speech in full from today's conference.It’s a privilege to be asked to speak at the Woman’s Aid Conference, particularly during White Ribbon 16 days of action and especially here in my own ward of Irvine.  Here in North Ayrshire, all of the agencies involved in tackling violence against women have been working in partnership since... Continue Reading →

Speech in full from today's conference.It’s a privilege to be asked to speak at the Woman’s Aid Conference, particularly during White Ribbon 16 days of action and especially here in my own ward of Irvine.  Here in North Ayrshire, all of the agencies involved in tackling violence against women have been working in partnership since... Continue Reading →

November 25this the start of the White Ribbon 16 Days of Action - an international drive to encourage men and boys to speak out about domestic violence.  Rates of violence against women in North Ayrshire continue to give cause for concern.  Sadly, domestic abuse continues to affect too many families and individuals within our communities. ... Continue Reading →

Spent a great afternoon in Castlepark Primary School and Early Years Centre today attending the Official opening.Both the refurbished and brand new sections of the building look great and the staff and pupils are rightly proud of their new school.There was a really nice atmosphere throughout the school and the boys who gave myself and... Continue Reading →

On Monday night North Ayrshire Council held a "Straight Talking" event entitled "North Ayrshire, The Best place to grow up", the first aimed at our young people.  It was a really well attended, lively event and I was pleased to see so many take part and share their views and feeling that the exercise was worthwhile and... Continue Reading →