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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 4h

🏠The Scottish Government are delivering record investment into housing support

You can read my full press release here: www.colinbeattiemsp.org/constituency...

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 1d

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Independence is the best way to increase living standards.

Self-governance has worked for the people of Scotland but only with the full powers of independence alongside EU membership can we realise our potential.

👇More: www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 2d

📰Across East Lothian, community organisations are tackling a wide range of issues.

In the East Lothian Courier I discuss the important role local groups play in our community.

👇https://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/25485009.colin-beattie-column-lottery-funding-great-east-lothian-groups/

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 2d

🇺🇦Last weekend I attended the opening of the Sunflower Dreamers of Ukraine exhibition.

The powerful display presents 40 works created by Ukrainian refugee children in Lviv.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 6d

🇩🇪This week I attended the German Day of Unity event.

It was great to see how this celebration brings people together.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 8d

🇮🇹 Congratulations to Crolla's Italian Kitchen on being names 'Best Italian Establishment' at the 11th Food Awards Scotland.

I submitted the below motion marking your success.

Keep up the good work.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 8d

👓400,087 free eye tests were delivered across the Lothians.

The SNP believes medical treatment should be based on your need, not your ability to pay.

👇More: www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 10d

🌊Last weeks RNLI visited the Parliament as part of their Float to Live campaign.

Their advice saves lives.

1. Tilt your head back
2. Relax
3. Move your hands and legs
4. Your legs sink - that's ok
5. Practice floating

👇You can find out more here: rnli.org/safety/float

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 13d

⚠️4-week SGN upgrade works in Eskbank, Dalkeith.

📆27 October

Be aware that temporary traffic lights and some parking restrictions on Eskbank Road will be in place.

Also local road closures on Waverly Road and Avenue Road.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 13d

🇵🇸 Humanitarian aid must be allowed into Gaza

📰Press Release: www.colinbeattiemsp.org/constituency...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 14d

🏫This morning I visited the P7 class at Loanhead Primary School.

It was great to see their enthusiasm for learning and improving their school.

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 15d

I welcome the Scottish Governments efforts to address growing concerns about gull behaviour in urban areas.

NatureScot will be investing £100,000 for councils to invest in a number of potential deterrents.

👇https://www.gov.scot/news/tackling-urban-gull-problems/

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 16d

🇩🇪 Earlier this month I attended a reception on board of the German Sail Training Ship GORCH FOCK.

Thank you for a great evening.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 17d

👩‍🎓740,000 Scottish students have benefited from free tuition since the SNP scrapped tuition fees in 2007.

💛The SNP will continue to ensure our young people's opportunities are based on their ability to learn rather than the ability to pay.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 22d

📢Dalkeith mine water treatment scheme drop-in
📍Dalkeith Library
📅25 Sept 13:00-19:00

The Mining Remediation Authority will be at Dalkeith on the above to talk over the final design of their River South Esk project.

Pop in and learn more.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 23d

📰In this weeks column I explored the success of free school meals and the positive impact this is having on education outcomes.

👉More: www.midlothianview.com/news/colin-b...

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 24d

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦We must ensure the next generation have the best start in life.

💛That is why the SNP offer the most generous package of support than anywhere in the UK.

✅Baby box
✅Scottish Child Payment
🔜Mitigating the two child cap

👇More: www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 27d

Israel's attack on Qatar was unjustifiable and must be condemned.

👇More: www.colinbeattiemsp.org/constituency...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 27d

Delighted to support Gordon MacDonald MSP’s motion celebrating @HeriotWattUni’s plans for a new Centre for Sustainable Brewing and Distilling.

Brewing & distilling are vital to Scotland’s economy. This vision safeguards their future for generations.

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 28d

Yesterday I was honoured to attend and lay a wreath at the Battle of Pinkie Cleugh 478th Aniversary Ceremony.

On 10th of September 1547, the last pitched battle between the Scots and the English was fought.

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 29d

💬Last week we were joined by the Alliance marking the launch of their new "More than Words: Communication for All".

Communication is more than just words, it connects us all.

👉More: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · 29d

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿“Power lies with the Scottish people and we believe it is for the Scottish people to decide how we are governed."

This is what Scottish party leaders agreed to in 2014.

These parties have now ditched this principle.

👇More: www.facebook.com/ColinBeattie...

colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · Sep 9

🇺🇦 We must continue to stand behind Ukraine.

I am proud of Scotland's role in welcoming Ukrainian refugees here and the positive contribution they are making.

#Ukraine

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · Sep 4

🇵🇸 It's time to recognise the State of Palestine

I am calling on the UK Government to end arms sales to Israel and call for an immediate ceasefire.

#Palestine #Gaza

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colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social @colinbeattiemsp.bsky.social · Sep 3

☀️Musselburgh Communities Day is next month!

Come along for free entertainment and to find out what local groups are up to in your area.