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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jul 1

The Labour Government's own figures show their disability cuts will push 150,000 more people into poverty.

Is this change?

👉https://shorturl.at/OWtl5

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jul 1

Keir Starmer is rushing through a deal to save himself.

But Labour's disability cuts will push 150,000 people into poverty, according to their own figures.

MPs must vote against these appalling cuts today.

Scotland is not following this approach under @theSNP

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 30

For the Labour MPs who found some principle and joined the chorus of backlash against Labour's disability cuts, I’d urge you to hold firm.

This hasty deal will drive poverty, deny opportunity, and deepen inequality for sick and disabled people.
❌MPs must oppose it.

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 30

The digital tech drop-in at the Scottish Parliament brought together Scotland’s tech community to help keep policy informed and responsive.

Thanks to everyone who made it such an engaging day!

Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 26

This is the effect of SNP policies like the Scottish Child Payment.

But 50,000 more children will be pushed into poverty by Labour's #WelfareCuts.

Write to your MP and urge them to oppose the Universal Credit and PIP Bill on Tuesday 1st July.
👉writetothem.com

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 25

I asked the Scottish Government about the level of engagement it has had with North Lanarkshire Council on addressing antisocial behaviour involving the use of off-road vehicles in Motherwell and Wishaw.

#snp #motherwell #wishaw #northlanarkshire

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The SNP @snp.org · Jun 20

While Labour cut PIP across the UK, we won’t let disabled people down here in Scotland.

We will not cut Scotland’s Adult Disability Payment - our equivalent of PIP.
www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

SNP Government vows not to cut Adult Disability Payment after UK benefit changes

Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said the Scottish Government "will not let disabled people down or cast them aside".

www.dailyrecord.co.uk

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 20

Sick and disabled people moving to Universal Credit are being threatened with sanctions if they don't provide a GP fit note within 7 days, despite receiving ESA.

This is adding to the anxiety facing disabled people because of Labour's planned cuts
👉https://shorturl.at/4kv21

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 18

Labour must end the fear they are causing disabled constituents in #Motherwell and #Wishaw, and across the UK.

The consultation on UK welfare reforms closes on 30 June.
Make your voice known:
👉https://shorturl.at/bZwdH

Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 18

The Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill was published today.

Labour's appalling cuts to social security support will deepen inequality for sick and disabled people.

Importantly, due to SNP policy, PIP changes will not be mirrored in Scotland's Adult Disability Payment.

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The SNP @snp.org · Jun 18

🇵🇸 What’s happening in Gaza is unacceptable and cannot continue.

Scotland doesn’t represent itself on the world stage - but where we do have the power, we’ll not shy away from being a voice for peace👇

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 18

The Scottish Languages Bill has been passed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament.

👉gov.scot/news/scottish-languages-bill-passed/

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 18

Labour campaigned against the two child cap in opposition. It's a key driver of child poverty.

🤷‍♂️ In power, they shrug their shoulders.

The Scottish National Party (SNP) will scrap it.

👉gov.scot/news/scrapping-the-two-child-limit-to-help-end-child-poverty/

#NorthLanarkshire #Motherwell #Wishaw

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 17

‼️The SNP will end the two child cap from 02 March 2026.

The two-child cap restricts support in universal credit to two children in a family. It is a key driver of child poverty.

⌛️Families cannot wait for Labour to find some principle. The SNP will act.
👉https://shorturl.at/olYlz

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 12

I am encouraging #Motherwell and #Wishaw charities helping young people into work to apply to the Persimmon Charitable Foundation for funding. Two £50,000 donations are available.

‼️Applications close on the 22nd June.

More 👇
www.persimmonhomes.com/corporate/fo...

Foundation |

We set up the Persimmon Charitable Foundation in 2015 to help support the communities in which we operate.

www.persimmonhomes.com

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 11

Omanos Analytics have a fascinating project which combines satellite data with photography from Maasai women to map the realities of climate change in Kenya.

The project shows the global inequity at the heart of the climate emergency. But it is also about solutions.

More 👇
www.omanosanalytics.org

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 11

More good news on Foreign Direct Investment in Scotland. Testament to the work of Scotland's international offices. 👇

heraldscotland.com/news/25221418.scotland-financial-services-fdi-success-revealed-survey/

Scotland achieves decade-high, key survey reveals

Scotland's success - with its advance to a decade-high - is revealed in a key survey

heraldscotland.com

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 11

Children’s Parliament, Scottish AI Alliance, and The Alan Turing Institute have launched a teaching pack to support teachers to educate primary school pupils (P5-7) about Artificial Intelligence.

An important free resource for getting to grips with #AI #artificialintelligence👇
shorturl.at/snGaN

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 10

Scotland is always an afterthought for Labour.

Scottish Government demands details on 'shambolic' winter fuel U-turn

Social justice secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said the change should have been made 'a long time ago'.

news.stv.tv

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 10

North Lanarkshire Carers Together (NLCT) has unveiled a comprehensive Referral Guide to assist unpaid carers and professionals. This initiative aims to provide accessible, preventative short breaks tailored to carers' needs.

#CarersWeek #Carers

More 👇
bit.ly/4dYjVdq

Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 9

It's #DiabetesWeek

The Diabetes Scotland Helpline is open Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm.
📞 Call 0141 212 8710
📩 Email: [email protected]

The helpline provides specialist information and advice on all aspects of living with diabetes.
More
👉https://orlo.uk/XhIQr

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 9

I am urging #Motherwell and #Wishaw carers to register with your local carers' organisation, and check your eligibility for extra help.

There are support payments which are only available in Scotland
👉mygov.scot/help-if-youre-a-carer

#CarersWeek #Carers

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 9

It is #CarersWeek 2025!
'Caring About Equality' highlights the inequalities faced by unpaid carers, including a greater risk of poverty, social isolation, poor mental and physical health.
Some people look after a friend, loved one, or neighbour, but don't think of themselves as a carer.

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Children First @childrenfirst.bsky.social · Jun 4

Wow we're so proud of our supporter James Paterson! @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social raised a parliamentary motion congratulating him on his amazing support for Children First.

www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...

James you are a true fundraising hero and we can't thank you enough! 🤩👏

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Clare Adamson MSP @clareadamsonmsp.bsky.social · Jun 3

Get involved with #ChildSafetyWeek and use free resources from organisations like Child Accident Prevention Trust and RoSPA

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MSP urges families to take action on child safety risks, & warns about meter changes

Clare Adamson MSP is encouraging constituents in Motherwell and Wishaw and people across Scotland to get involved with Child Safety Week, which takes place between 02 and 09 June. And she also offers ...

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