Alyn Smith 🏴🇪🇺
@alynsmith.bsky.social
Scottish European | @SNP.org MSP Candidate for Stirling | Vice President @euromovescotland.bsky.social | Chair @CreateStirling | Columnist @ScotNational.bsky.social | MEP 2004/2019, MP 2019/2024 |
(Photo the brilliant @thekiltedphoto.bsky.social)
(Photo the brilliant @thekiltedphoto.bsky.social)
⚽️ 🏴 Stirling should get behind Scotland at the football World Cup and allow those pubs who want to to open late so we can all enjoy a safe shared experience. My letter to Council Leader Susan McGill below ⬇️
February 5, 2026 at 6:32 PM
⚽️ 🏴 Stirling should get behind Scotland at the football World Cup and allow those pubs who want to to open late so we can all enjoy a safe shared experience. My letter to Council Leader Susan McGill below ⬇️
💊 Last year, there were 2.2 million prescriptions given to Stirling residents free of charge. That’s saved local people around £22 million.
January 31, 2026 at 4:54 PM
💊 Last year, there were 2.2 million prescriptions given to Stirling residents free of charge. That’s saved local people around £22 million.
In Scotland, MSPs have a right to bring forward Members’ Bill proposals and if I’m elected in May I’m going to take full use of it. What law would you like to see created? Amended? Scrapped? I’ve plenty ideas myself but want to hear from you. Drop me an email to the address on the clip.
January 26, 2026 at 6:14 PM
In Scotland, MSPs have a right to bring forward Members’ Bill proposals and if I’m elected in May I’m going to take full use of it. What law would you like to see created? Amended? Scrapped? I’ve plenty ideas myself but want to hear from you. Drop me an email to the address on the clip.
A happy Burns Night to all! Just the two of us at home tonight, a brilliant haggis from our local butcher, tatties and neeps from Ginger Roots on Port Street, obligatory @irnbru.bsky.social and (unpictured!) dram 😋 🥃 🏴
January 25, 2026 at 9:12 PM
A happy Burns Night to all! Just the two of us at home tonight, a brilliant haggis from our local butcher, tatties and neeps from Ginger Roots on Port Street, obligatory @irnbru.bsky.social and (unpictured!) dram 😋 🥃 🏴
🚆 Nobody looks forward to the Monday morning commute, but the SNP government has made it a bit easier and more affordable by scrapping peak fares for good.
ScotRail has now been brought into public ownership, meaning it’s firmly on the side of commuters, thanks to SNP intervention.
ScotRail has now been brought into public ownership, meaning it’s firmly on the side of commuters, thanks to SNP intervention.
January 19, 2026 at 11:54 AM
🚆 Nobody looks forward to the Monday morning commute, but the SNP government has made it a bit easier and more affordable by scrapping peak fares for good.
ScotRail has now been brought into public ownership, meaning it’s firmly on the side of commuters, thanks to SNP intervention.
ScotRail has now been brought into public ownership, meaning it’s firmly on the side of commuters, thanks to SNP intervention.
Today’s poll proves the SNP vision of independence in Europe is appealing to more and more folks. A massive 73%, almost 3 in 4, of folks want back in the EU. We’ve been out in Callander speaking to locals about building up our communities.
#Callander #Stirling #Scotland #independence #EU
#Callander #Stirling #Scotland #independence #EU
January 18, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Today’s poll proves the SNP vision of independence in Europe is appealing to more and more folks. A massive 73%, almost 3 in 4, of folks want back in the EU. We’ve been out in Callander speaking to locals about building up our communities.
#Callander #Stirling #Scotland #independence #EU
#Callander #Stirling #Scotland #independence #EU
Productive discussion with Stephen Montgomery from the Scottish Hospitality Group and Gary Atkinson from the Golden Lion Hotel yesterday. Hospitality is a major employer and an important industry to the Stirling area and I intend to be a strong voice for its success if elected in May.
January 17, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Productive discussion with Stephen Montgomery from the Scottish Hospitality Group and Gary Atkinson from the Golden Lion Hotel yesterday. Hospitality is a major employer and an important industry to the Stirling area and I intend to be a strong voice for its success if elected in May.
I’ve contacted the Ambassador Group, owners of the Craigforth site to try help get the redevelopment of the site moving. It’s going to wrack and ruin as it stands when it could surely be a great development for somebody.
#Stirling #business #development #economy
#Stirling #business #development #economy
January 14, 2026 at 11:50 AM
I’ve contacted the Ambassador Group, owners of the Craigforth site to try help get the redevelopment of the site moving. It’s going to wrack and ruin as it stands when it could surely be a great development for somebody.
#Stirling #business #development #economy
#Stirling #business #development #economy
⚡️ The UK has some of the highest energy bills in Europe, but we can do things differently with independence.
💡 No longer tied to an outdated energy network that penalises Scottish bill payers, we could have some of the lowest energy bills in Europe - which will reduce the cost of almost everything.
💡 No longer tied to an outdated energy network that penalises Scottish bill payers, we could have some of the lowest energy bills in Europe - which will reduce the cost of almost everything.
January 11, 2026 at 9:19 AM
⚡️ The UK has some of the highest energy bills in Europe, but we can do things differently with independence.
💡 No longer tied to an outdated energy network that penalises Scottish bill payers, we could have some of the lowest energy bills in Europe - which will reduce the cost of almost everything.
💡 No longer tied to an outdated energy network that penalises Scottish bill payers, we could have some of the lowest energy bills in Europe - which will reduce the cost of almost everything.
Some happy memories of Greenland in (yikes!) 2011 representing the EU in the West Nordic Council Interparliamentary Meeting. Self determination and the rule of law is at the heart of @snp.org politics, Greenland's future can only be decided by the people who live there.
January 6, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Some happy memories of Greenland in (yikes!) 2011 representing the EU in the West Nordic Council Interparliamentary Meeting. Self determination and the rule of law is at the heart of @snp.org politics, Greenland's future can only be decided by the people who live there.
Where else would I do last minute Christmas shopping but Made in Stirling? Merry Christmas everyone! 🎄 🎅🏻
December 24, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Where else would I do last minute Christmas shopping but Made in Stirling? Merry Christmas everyone! 🎄 🎅🏻
Stirling’s, and Scotland’s, empathy doesn’t stop at our borders. Very proud to support a pro Palestine rally in Stirling today. A just peace for all must be based on humanitarianism, the rule of law and accountability.
December 7, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Stirling’s, and Scotland’s, empathy doesn’t stop at our borders. Very proud to support a pro Palestine rally in Stirling today. A just peace for all must be based on humanitarianism, the rule of law and accountability.
Too many folks and businesses are struggling with energy costs, all the more absurd when Scotland has so many resources. The UK has delivered a poor deal on energy, an independent Scotland won’t do it like this.
#Scotland #Stirling #costofliving #independence #energy
#Scotland #Stirling #costofliving #independence #energy
December 6, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Too many folks and businesses are struggling with energy costs, all the more absurd when Scotland has so many resources. The UK has delivered a poor deal on energy, an independent Scotland won’t do it like this.
#Scotland #Stirling #costofliving #independence #energy
#Scotland #Stirling #costofliving #independence #energy
Just out my Covid and Flu jabs, easy appointment, cheerful and professional team, first class, thanks @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social! Vaccines are safe and work. If you need one, go on get one. More info here: nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines
December 4, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Just out my Covid and Flu jabs, easy appointment, cheerful and professional team, first class, thanks @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social! Vaccines are safe and work. If you need one, go on get one. More info here: nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines
This UK budget won’t change the political weather (and won’t do much for the economy neither). Abolishing the 2 child benefit cap is the right thing to do, *which is why Scotland announced doing it last year* Westminster announces it when it is politically convenient.
November 26, 2025 at 1:59 PM
This UK budget won’t change the political weather (and won’t do much for the economy neither). Abolishing the 2 child benefit cap is the right thing to do, *which is why Scotland announced doing it last year* Westminster announces it when it is politically convenient.
Pubs, restaurants and hotels aren't just businesses, they're vital for our communities. But the UK charges a whopping 20% VAT on these businesses, way more than most other European countries. I've called in today's UK Budget statement for a cut to boost their bottom lines now.
November 26, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Pubs, restaurants and hotels aren't just businesses, they're vital for our communities. But the UK charges a whopping 20% VAT on these businesses, way more than most other European countries. I've called in today's UK Budget statement for a cut to boost their bottom lines now.
It’s Brexit that has made us all poorer, we can all see it. Any UK budget that tries to deal with the symptoms without tackling the cause will fall short, Scotland can do so much better with independence in Europe.
November 25, 2025 at 4:48 PM
It’s Brexit that has made us all poorer, we can all see it. Any UK budget that tries to deal with the symptoms without tackling the cause will fall short, Scotland can do so much better with independence in Europe.
We finally managed to watch @realgdt.bsky.social’s Frankenstein on @netflix.com last night and it is a brilliant adaptation, loving especially that his laboratory is so obviously based on Stirling’s own Wallace Monument! Great to see @stirlingcouncil.bsky.social on screen!
November 17, 2025 at 1:54 PM
We finally managed to watch @realgdt.bsky.social’s Frankenstein on @netflix.com last night and it is a brilliant adaptation, loving especially that his laboratory is so obviously based on Stirling’s own Wallace Monument! Great to see @stirlingcouncil.bsky.social on screen!
Great news! @snp.org have taken control of Stirling Council, top priority the housing emergency. Lots to do, I’m delighted for our hard working Councillors and for Stirling 👍🏻
November 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Great news! @snp.org have taken control of Stirling Council, top priority the housing emergency. Lots to do, I’m delighted for our hard working Councillors and for Stirling 👍🏻
Josh Fyvie has a great support in Stirling East, and we were joined today by Bruce Crawford, former MSP for Stirling. There’s a chance of real change this coming Thursday!
October 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Josh Fyvie has a great support in Stirling East, and we were joined today by Bruce Crawford, former MSP for Stirling. There’s a chance of real change this coming Thursday!
I’m concerned about foreign interference in our democracy, and I don’t think the UK government is doing enough to keep us safe. Cross party with @carolinelucas.bsky.social and @benbradshaw.bsky.social we’ve appealed the Russia Report case to the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights.
October 22, 2025 at 2:13 PM
I’m concerned about foreign interference in our democracy, and I don’t think the UK government is doing enough to keep us safe. Cross party with @carolinelucas.bsky.social and @benbradshaw.bsky.social we’ve appealed the Russia Report case to the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights.
Human Rights protect all of us. Another reason why Scotland needs independence in Europe 🏴 🇪🇺
October 6, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Human Rights protect all of us. Another reason why Scotland needs independence in Europe 🏴 🇪🇺
An inspiring lunch with old friends at @businessforscot.bsky.social in Edinburgh, a hugely important organisation in making the wider pro-business case for independence in Europe, and a lovely bunch of folks to boot! Their energy campaign is going to be transformative 💪
September 26, 2025 at 4:56 PM
An inspiring lunch with old friends at @businessforscot.bsky.social in Edinburgh, a hugely important organisation in making the wider pro-business case for independence in Europe, and a lovely bunch of folks to boot! Their energy campaign is going to be transformative 💪
Stirling Pride! 🥰 I’m delighted for the organisers who have worked so hard to make today happen. Stirling, and Scotland, is diverse, loving and respectful. 🌈
#Stirling #pride #equalityforall #lovewins #scotlandtiktok
#Stirling #pride #equalityforall #lovewins #scotlandtiktok
September 20, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Stirling Pride! 🥰 I’m delighted for the organisers who have worked so hard to make today happen. Stirling, and Scotland, is diverse, loving and respectful. 🌈
#Stirling #pride #equalityforall #lovewins #scotlandtiktok
#Stirling #pride #equalityforall #lovewins #scotlandtiktok
By the way, I asked the internet (so a caveat on the details) how many EU countries have ID cards. Seems plenty do and life goes on just fine…
September 3, 2025 at 12:54 PM
By the way, I asked the internet (so a caveat on the details) how many EU countries have ID cards. Seems plenty do and life goes on just fine…