Ruth Maguire MSP has echoed a the Scottish Government’s call for Westminster to introduce vital new measures to support Scotland’s response to the current economic crisis brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic. Following a formal request to the UK Treasury requesting temporary additional financial powers for Holyrood to tackle the crisis in Scotland, Finance Secretary... Continue Reading →
Scottish Government Announce Gradual Move to Phase 3 of Lockdown Exit
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed the announcement from the First Minister that the Scottish Government will begin to ease into Phase 3 of its exit from lockdown. The announcement came with additional dates for further relaxations to lockdown restrictions. Starting from Friday 10 July, four households can now meet outdoors in groups of up to... Continue Reading →
Views Sought from North Ayrshire Residents on Video Health Consultations
Ruth Maguire MSP has encouraged North Ayrshire residents to give their opinions on video consultations for health and social care. NHS Ayrshire and Arran are seeking feedback on Near Me, a video consultation system used to remotely offer clinical advice. This method of consultation in Scotland has rapidly escalated since the Covid-19 pandemic began. Prior... Continue Reading →
Changes to Shielding Advice for Children and Young People
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed new evidence which indicates that a large percentage of children and young people may no longer need to shield. A review by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health regarding Covid-19 states that the majority of children with conditions including asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, and kidney disease do not need... Continue Reading →
Face Coverings Mandatory in Shops from July 10 as Final Phase 2 Measures Announced
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced that the use of face coverings will become mandatory in shops from July 9 as further lockdown restrictions are eased. The change in guidance is to coincide with the expected date that Scotland will move into Phase 3 of its exit from lockdown. Exemptions for young children and people... Continue Reading →
Support Offered for Businesses as Outdoor Hospitality Resumes
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed flexibility offered by the Scottish Government to allow cafes, restaurants and bars to resume service in an outdoor setting. Adjustments are being made as businesses in outdoor hospitality in Scotland are able to resume trading from today in line with the Scottish Government’s route map out of lockdown. In order... Continue Reading →
Shoppers Encouraged to Safely Support Local Business as High Streets Re-Open
Local residents are being encouraged to support their high streets as retail businesses across Scotland are preparing to re-open today. As part of Phase 2 of the Scottish Government’s route map out of lockdown, street-access retail can now re-open once guidance is implemented. Retail is an essential part of Scotland’s communities and is one of... Continue Reading →
Local Groups Praised for Their Support as Covid-19 Next Steps Discussed
Ruth Maguire MSP has paid tribute to local volunteer groups and organisations for their role in providing support to their communities throughout the Covid-19 crisis. Speaking in the Scottish Parliament, the SNP MSP noted that many organisations made up of dedicated volunteers have been working constantly to provide food, shopping and prescription services for people... Continue Reading →
Additional Social Distancing Support in Supermarkets Required for the Visually Impaired
Ruth Maguire MSP has called for extra support to be given to visually impaired people to help follow social distancing guidelines in supermarkets following concerns being raised locally and by leading organisations. This comes after a nationwide survey by the Royal National Institute of Blind People found that three in four people with visual impairments... Continue Reading →
Ruth Maguire Demands Brexit Extension to Protect North Ayrshire Jobs
SNP MSP Ruth Maguire has called on the UK government to extend the Brexit transition period in light of coronavirus – with new analysis showing billions of pounds could be wiped from the Scottish economy. The transition arrangements currently keep the UK close to the EU and can be extended for two years – beyond... Continue Reading →
Ruth Maguire MSP (SNP) 