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Linda Lombard @heavensgone.bsky.social · 2h

#ScottishGreens MSP Ariane Burgess @ariane-burgess.bsky.social has urged the Scottish Government to back her calls to prevent the super wealthy from hoarding #Scotland’sLand

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Land is power

Land is power - Greens to prevent super rich from hoarding Scotland's land

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 6h

The Highlands are on the frontline of the wildfire crisis, with communities, landscapes, and emergency services bearing the brunt.

#ScottishHighlands #Wildfires #ScotlandWildfires #CairngormNationalPark

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 1d

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Join the Scottish Greens

Join the Scottish Greens to be a part of the movement that will change Scotland. Membership gives you the right to vote in our open democratic structures, receive invitations to members only events…

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 1d

Joining the Scottish Greens is one of the most powerful ways to make a real difference 🌍

Every new member strengthens our voice in Parliament and across Scotland, pushing for climate action, social justice, and a fairer economy.

Add your voice today 💚

#ScottishGreens

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 1d

🌿 Reforesting Scotland isn’t just a vision🌲

This weekend at the Reforesting Scotland Gathering, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with people deeply committed to restoring our forests - from community woodland groups to those managing productive, sustainable forests.

#ScottishGreens

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 2d

On Skye and across the Highlands, GP recruitment and retention are under real pressure. I asked the Minister to commit to a whole-systems approach that supports our rural workforce, improves training and career progression, and secures sustainable primary care for the future. #ScottishGreens

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 4d

It was a real pleasure to attend the Falconer Museum’s Doors Open Day and see the community’s enthusiasm for this important part of Forres’ heritage.

#Forres #FalconerMuseum #ScottishHighlands #ScottishMuseums

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 5d

These are some of the ways I’ve been using your voice this week 👇

You can sign up to my newsletter to hear more about my work:

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Green background with photo of Ariane and Text: 🏠 Voted on the Housing Bill – and spoke up loud and clear for fairer rents and rent caps
🚆 Led a debate on the Highland Main Line – pushing for better rail connections across the Highlands
🌍 Joined the Moray Climate Conference – listening to inspiring local action on tackling climate change

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 5d

🚆 The Highlands deserves a rail network fit for the 21st century.

It’s time to stop the delays and deliver the railway the Highlands needs

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#HighlandMainLine

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Met Office - weather and climate @metoffice.gov.uk · 6d

#StormAmy will bring disruption across the UK on Friday and Saturday ☔

Weather warnings have been updated and issued this morning, here are the details ⤵️

Find out more here: bit.ly/3VLCd9y ⚠️

A summary of the rain warnings in force for Storm Amy.

A yellow rain warning, valid Friday 12:00-23:59 for parts of northern and western Scotland. This area is likely to see 40-60 mm of rain widely, with over 70 mm possible over some Highland mountains.

A yellow rain warning, valid Friday 15:00-23:59 for parts of northwest England and parts of southwest Scotland. This area is likely to see 10-20 mm of rain widely, with 40-70 mm possible over hills.

A summary of the wind warnings in force for Storm Amy.

An amber wind warning, valid Friday 17:00-Saturday 09:00 for parts of northern and western Scotland. This area is likely to see gust of 60-70 mph widely, with gusts over 95 mph possible in the most exposed areas.

A yellow wind warning, valid Friday 14:00-Saturday 12:00 for Northern Ireland. Gusts of 50-60 mph are expected widely, with 60-70 mph gusts in exposed areas.

A yellow wind warning, valid Friday 15:00-Saturday 23:59 for Scotland, parts of northwest England and Wales. Gusts of 50-60 mph are expected widely, with 60-70 mph gusts in exposed areas.

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 6d

✍️ greens.scot/HighlandRail

Dual The Highland Main Line

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 6d

🚆 Get the Highlands on Track 🚆
The Highlands has waited long enough. Our only rail link to the Central Belt is still mostly single-track, diesel-powered, and stuck in the past. Meanwhile, the Government is ready to pour billions into roads while breaking its promises on rail.

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The Scottish Parliament @parliament.scot · 6d

Today's debates include:

🟣 FMQs
🟣 Members' Business from Ariane Burgess MSP — Investing in Rail to Unlock the Wealth and Economic Potential of the Highlands
🟣 Stage 1 Debate: Dog Theft (Scotland) Bill

See what else is on: https://ow.ly/21NY50X3Avs
Watch online: https://ow.ly/Otyu50X3Au8

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The Scottish Parliament @parliament.scot · 6d

In her Members’ Business today, Ariane Burgess MSP will lead a debate on investing in rail to unlock the wealth and economic potential of the Highlands, and calls to improve and modernise the Highland Main Line.

📑 Full motion: https://ow.ly/Yo6B50X3IkA

📺 Watch live: https://ow.ly/SFF550X3Ip8

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 6d

👉 Join the Scottish Greens and be part of the movement for climate justice and a better future for all members.greens.scot/join

#ClimateJustice #MassClimateLobby #ScottishGreens #FairerFuture

Join the Scottish Greens

Join the Scottish Greens to be a part of the movement that will change Scotland. Membership gives you the right to vote in our open democratic structures, receive invitations to members only events…

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you to everyone who came, shared their stories, and kept the pressure on for change. Let’s keep the conversations going - in our communities, in Parliament, and in the everyday choices we make.

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 6d

It was inspiring to join over 250 people at the Mass Climate Lobby in Edinburgh and to meet so many passionate constituents🌍💚 Together, we spoke about our shared hopes for a fairer, healthier, safer future - where Scotland takes real responsibility for climate action and moves beyond fossil fuels

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 7d

Since the Scottish Greens pushed the government to scrap peak fares, more people have been choosing the train to get to work, see friends, and travel across Scotland. Fairer fares mean fairer choices — and every journey by train instead of car helps cut congestion and pollution. 🌍💚 #GreenerTravel

Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 7d

🚆✨ One month of no peak rail fares - and what a difference it’s making.

It’s been just one month, but already we’re seeing how small changes can make a big difference for people, pockets, and the planet.

#NoPeakFares #FairFares #ScottishGreens

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 8d

Damp and mould should never be a fact of life in Scotland. With action, enforcement and innovation, we can end it.

#WarmHomes #EndFuelPoverty #SolarThermal #HealthyHomes #ScottishGreens #ClimateSolutions #DryWarmHomes

Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 8d

I pushed for changes in the Housing Bill to make sure landlords act, and I’m glad the government listened. But rules alone aren’t enough - we need real solutions.
One solution is solar thermal: panels using the sun to heat water for free, giving households warmth, reducing damp and cutting bills

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 8d

A third of people in Scotland are struggling to pay their heating bills, forcing families to live in cold, damp homes. That leads to mould, poor health, and misery - especially for children and older people.

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 9d

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Join the Scottish Greens

Join the Scottish Greens to be a part of the movement that will change Scotland. Membership gives you the right to vote in our open democratic structures, receive invitations to members only events…

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 9d

The Scottish Greens believe public money should be invested in tackling the climate crisis, supporting communities, and strengthening public services.

Instead, Labour want to waste hundreds of millions on intrusive digital ID cards - a costly scheme Scotland did not vote for. #ScottishGreens

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Ariane Burgess MSP @ariane-burgess.bsky.social · 9d

Marine litter continues to be an onslaught on our seas and shores.

The Scottish Greens are committed to tackling this - by holding manufacturers and fishers accountable and by recognising the tireless efforts of people across our communities who clean our beaches every day.