SNP MSP Ruth Maguire has encouraged all eligible people in North Ayrshire to make sure that they get their winter flu jag to protect them against serious illness. Scotland had the highest uptake of flu vaccines amongst people over 65 in the UK last winter, with research from the Scottish Parliament Information Centre (SPICe) showing... Continue Reading →
Covid-19 Statement – Vaccine Effectiveness Studies
During the Covid-19 Statement in the Scottish Parliament, 15 March 2022, Ruth Maguire MSP asked the First Minister about vaccine effectiveness studies. Ruth Maguire (Cunninghame South) (SNP) Many people in the communities that we represent will be worried about the rising number of cases. I saw the chief medical officer mention vaccine effectiveness studies at... Continue Reading →
Covid-19 Update – Protection of vulnerable in society
Meeting of the Scottish Parliament 22 February 2022. During the Covid-19 Update, Ruth Maguire MSP asks the First Minister what consideration the Scottish Government are giving to the wellbeing of the vulnerable in society, as protections are relaxed. Watch the exchange here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuliVwBe1To
Distance Aware Scheme
Ruth Maguire MSP for Cunninghame South, has asked the Scottish Government how a new voluntary scheme Distance Aware, will help constituents, who may be feeling vulnerable, as protective measures, introduced before Christmas, are lifted. Under the new scheme free badges and lanyards will be available to people who wish to show others they would welcome additional space and extra care while out in public. The Scottish... Continue Reading →
Places of worship in Level 4 can reopen from Friday
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed easing of restrictions, which will allow residents in North Ayrshire to participate in collective worship. The First Minister made this announced during the final Covid-19 Statement to Parliament, prior to a period of recess, for the Scottish Parliament Elections. People living in all parts of Scotland will be able to... Continue Reading →
National Day of Reflection
On this National Day of Reflection, marking one year from the first lockdown, Ruth Maguire MSP joined colleagues across the Scottish Parliament, in a one-minute silence, at 12 noon, on 23 March, to remember and grieve for everyone who has died during the pandemic, and to show support for families, friends and colleagues who have lost a loved one. Commenting on a year from the first lockdown, Ruth Maguire said: “Looking back a year to the first lockdown, I don’t think... Continue Reading →
Changes to Level 4 restrictions
Cautious acceleration of lockdown easing. More people will be able to socialise outdoors following good progress in suppressing Coronavirus (COVID-19), the First Minister has announced. Up to four adults from two households will be able to meet locally in any outdoor space, including in private gardens, for social and recreational purposes as well as exercise... Continue Reading →
Reopening of Sports and Leisure Facilities Should Be Prioritised Next
Ruth Maguire MSP has asked the Scottish Government to consider prioritising the reopening of gyms and leisure facilities when further coronavirus (Covid-19) restrictions are eased. The SNP MSP for Cunninghame South relayed frustrations from constituents on the prioritisation of what facilities could reopen when lockdown measures were previously lifted. Speaking in response to the First... Continue Reading →
New Measures Needed to Reduce Backlog of Community Payback Orders
New measures will help ensure the justice system can operate effectively and ease pressure on local authorities as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues. Public health restrictions introduced since the outbreak last March have significantly impacted upon unpaid work – the most common element of Community Payback Orders (CPOs) – that can be undertaken safely. Most... Continue Reading →
Number of Scottish Families Hit By Tory Benefit Cuts Doubles
The SNP has said the Tory government must urgently scrap the Benefit Cap to avoid more families and children being pushed into poverty - after stats revealed that the number of households hit by the ‘cruel’ policy has shot up. New figures revealed that the number of Scottish households affected by the Benefit Cap has nearly... Continue Reading →
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