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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 1h

🍎Wester Common Unity Market🍊

The Wester Common Unity Market is back this Saturday (10am to 2pm).
👉 The Courtyard, 2 Wester Common Drive, Glasgow

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 22h

Kurdish Advice Surgery

I’m co-hosting an advice surgery for the Kurdish Community on Tuesday 21 October from 6pm.

The venue is Maryhill Central Halls, G20 7YE.

No appointments required, but if you wish to get in touch, please email www.bob-doris.scot/contact

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Hospice UK @hospiceuk.bsky.social · 1d

We had great discussions at the @snp.org conference fringe in Aberdeen on fixing palliative care for all, which we co-hosted with @mariecurieuk.bsky.social.

Huge thanks to Minister for Public Health and Women’s Health @jennimintomsp.bsky.social and to chair @bobdorissnp.bsky.social.

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Aberlour Children's Charity @aberlourcharity.bsky.social · 3d

Was good to chat with @bobdorissnp.bsky.social about our work supporting children and families in Glasgow, as well as our calls to tackle the public debt crisis to help end child poverty. #ChallengePovertyWeek

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 1d

Looking forward to seeing this new initiative being developed as part of our record investment in Scotland's NHS.

The SNP @snp.org · 2d

We’re opening new GP walk-in centres across Scotland, staffed by doctors and nurses, and you won't need an appointment.

Open from 12 to 8, 7 days a week, so you can get the care you need at a time that works for you.

Graphic with headline text “New GP Walk-In Centres.” Subtext reads “You can see a doctor without rushing to get an appointment.” Background image shows a stethoscope on a desk. SNP and Scottish flag logos appear at the bottom.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 2d

I support Scotland's Right to Decide

https://f.mtr.cool/fuxopahbje

#RightToDecide

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 5d

With the elections taking place next year, I've launched my Crowdfunder, to help us secure an SNP victory in Kelvin & Maryhill.

Any amount you give is very appreciated and will be used to promote the vision of a socially just, independent Scotland.

👉 www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/bobdorissnp

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 6d

Action on Off-Road Vehicle and E-Bike Misuse

I was pleased to have confirmed to me that Police Scotland are reviewing guidance around the confiscation of off-road vehicles and often (illegally modified) e-bikes which are being misused by small group of irresponsible users.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 8d

Wester Common Community Market

It was great to support the first Community Market in Wester Common a few week’s ago. I am delighted to say there will be another market on October 18th. If you get chance grab a coffee from The Pantry Café also. Very nice. Well done all involved.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 8d

I'm happy to support Breast Cancer Now's #WearItPink campaign.

🩷 Find out more at https://breastcancernow.org/wear-it-pink

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 9d

It was good to catch up with Rosemary Nimmo and Margaret Harvey last week to congratulate them on their combined 84 years of service for the 90th Glasgow Girls Brigade in Summerston. I was also pleased to acknowledge their service in a parliamentary motion.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 10d

Surrounded by a brilliant team of activists at the formal launch my SNP campaign for Glasgow Kelvin & Maryhill. It was great discussing the issues that matter most to our communities. We're ready to get out + speak to as many people as possible - let me know your views - https://www.bob.scot/survey

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 12d

♨️British Gas Energy Trust’s Energy Support Fund has reopened. They have grants available of up to £2,000 for Scottish Gas customers struggling with energy debt.
👉Apply online, click below for more:

Grants Available - British Gas Energy Trust

Apply to the British Gas Energy Trust for grants to clear domestic gas & electricity debts. You must get money advice before applying.

britishgasenergytrust.org.uk

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 21d

Scotland has the lowest rate of train cancellations in the UK. It shows the difference the SNP bringing ScotRail back into public ownership has made to the quality of the rail service in Glasgow and across Scotland.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 28d

The Wester Common Unity Market will take place this Saturday from 10-2pm with fresh produce at an affordable price.

👉 Courtyard, 2 Wester Common Drive

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Sep 12

In the Scottish Parliament, I led a members' debate on the SNP Government’s abolition of peak rail fares. This gave me a chance to again call for improved frequency of services on the Maryhill line. Abolition can also help increase the frequency of local services, as, hopefully, more people travel.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Sep 5

Spinal Muscular Atrophy causes progressive muscle wastage and affects movement, breathing and swallowing. From the start of next year, Scotland will be the first nation in the UK to screen newborn babies for this rare condition.

www.gov.scot/news/pilot-test-for-rare-condition-in-newborns/

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Sep 1

I was out at Partick Station this morning, along with Colm Merrick, as we talked to commuters. Today saw our SNP Scottish Government scrapping peak rail fares.
I'm calling on passengers right across our city to get on Scotland's railways. Together, let's expand our rail service.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Sep 1

The SNP have scrapped peak rail fares.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Aug 25

Out and about in Ruchill chatting with local residents as part of our #KelvinMaryhill SNP campaign for next years ScotParl elections. Thank you to everyone who took the time to chat with myself and some of our team #voteSNP

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Aug 25

Out and about in Ruchill chatting with local residents as part of our #KelvinMaryhill SNP campaign for next years ScotParl elections. Thank you to everyone who took the time to chat with myself and some of our team #voteSNP

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Aug 24

Great to meet up with the Lambhill Stables Knitting Group yesterday - always a joy!

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Aug 23

It was a privilege to speak at the opening of this year’s Cadder Gala Day. Great to see the community come together. Thank you to Jim Hamilton and everyone who did so much to make today happen (including Cadder PS + Cadder Housing). Great to catch up with so many local residents, groups + volunteers

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Aug 23

Lovely visit to Kelvindale Primary this week to meet the (then) P6 team who placed third in the schools Euroquiz competition before the summer. All the more impressive given 560 teams competed! Pleased to recognise in a parliamentary motion. Well done Abbie, Libero, Aarya & Selene.

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · Aug 15

The ScotGov has introduced a £10 million fund to make toilets more accessible for over 25,000 people with complex needs. The fund will enable up to 150 specialist toilets for disabled individuals who need carer support and equipment. Local businesses and non-profits can apply at - buff.ly/fJHbn13

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