Patricia Ferguson MP - Glasgow West
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Patricia Ferguson MP - Glasgow West
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Scottish Labour MP for Glasgow West. Chair of the Scottish Affairs Select Committee.

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It’s been another busy month — from debates in Parliament to visits across Glasgow West.

Catch up on what I’ve been working on in my latest newsletter bit.ly/3JIeuVa

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The SNP have a budget underspend of £1bn.

That’s money that could be used to improve frontline public services.

Instead, it’s lying unspent in the Scottish Govt’s bank account.

Find out the difference this cash could make for Glasgow West & across Scotland👇
November 10, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Here’s four things Labour’s Plan for Change has delivered in Scotland last week:

🎖️ Our defence housing strategy will upgrade over 3,000 homes in Scotland as part of the biggest renewal of forces housing in over half century.
November 10, 2025 at 10:48 AM
✈️Have your say on changes to the Glasgow Airport Flightpath.

Glasgow Airport are running a consultation on proposals to modernise arrival & departure routes & the surrounding airspace.

Drop into their info session at Drumchapel St Marks Church on Fri 21st Nov between 2pm & 8pm
November 7, 2025 at 4:57 PM
📽️Ready to kickstart your career journey and dream of working in TV?

Channel 4's apprenticeship programme is now open for places in Glasgow! Gain Level 4, or 7 qualifications while actively contributing to exciting projects. Find out more here bit.ly/47AWrbz
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November 7, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Macmillan Cancer Support offer a free confidential drop-in service for anyone affected by cancer at Drumchapel Library every Friday from 11am-1pm.

You can pop in for a chat with friendly staff and volunteers, pick up information, or find out about local services and help.
November 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
It was an honour to place a Remembrance tribute in the House of Commons Gardens of Remembrance on behalf of the communities of Glasgow West.

This tribute is in memory of those who have given their lives for us all, and for those who continue to serve in our Armed Forces.
November 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The conflict in Sudan is worsening & extremely concerning.

In Parliament today the Minister provided an update on the Govt’s actions, including to secure a ceasefire bit.ly/47qQDT5

I took the opportunity to ask about the steps being taken to get aid into the country.
November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The UK Labour Govt has provided £14m. to regenerate Drumchapel’s local town centre.

You can take a look at the plans & help shape the design at Drumchapel Town Centre Regeneration - bit.ly/3JAZAjw

Or drop into Drumchapel Library until 15 Dec to get more information.
Drumchapel Town Centre Regeneration
Glasgow City Council 2025
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November 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
It was a privilege to be in the Commons Chamber this week to hear the Prime Minister & others speak about the Hillsborough Law.

This law will finally end a historic injustice and ensure the state can never again cover up the truth.
November 5, 2025 at 4:59 PM
🎇Attending or having a firework display this evening? Please take care!

Last year, more than a third of Scotland’s firework injuries occurred in Greater Glasgow & Clyde.

Have fun, stay safe & be considerate to your neighbours!
November 5, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Britain’s forces families make huge sacrifices to keep us safe. The least they deserve is a decent home.

🏡3,000 military homes in Scotland are being upgraded, 14 of which are in Glasgow West
📉Nine in ten homes improved
👪A new Defence Housing Service puts forces families first
November 5, 2025 at 10:04 AM
It’s been another busy month — from debates in Parliament to visits across Glasgow West.

Catch up on what I’ve been working on in my latest newsletter bit.ly/3JIeuVa

Want to stay in the loop? Just drop me a message at [email protected] to sign up
November 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM
🐕🐈Ahead of Bonfire Night, Pets at Home have shared some important pet welfare tips 👇
November 4, 2025 at 12:02 PM
✈️@GLA_Airport FlightPath Fund is still accepting applications for 2025.

The Fund is open to groups in the G13, G14 & G15 postcodes – offering funding for local projects around employment, the environment, & education.

For info on how to apply, visit bit.ly/4oOayRP
November 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
It’s #TalkMoney Week - a great opportunity to #StartTheConversation to help improve your financial wellbeing, manage your finances & think about the future.

That’s why I am sharing info about @MoneyHelperUK’s helpful online resources at www.moneyhelper.org.uk
November 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Here’s four things Labour’s Plan for Change has delivered in Scotland last week:

💷 UK businesses will save over £400 million a year from April 2026 with new support to slash industrial electricity costs including businesses in Scotland. 🧵
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Too many constituents in Glasgow West are still struggling to book a driving test.

I’ve raised this issue in Parliament, seeking an update on the progress of providing more test appointments & calling on the Government to commit time to a debate on the matter.
October 31, 2025 at 4:59 PM
The Govt has announced changes to the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme so that it works better for all those infected & affected.

I took the opportunity to highlight the experience of my constituent who has raised concerns with me & welcome the Minister’s comments in response.
October 31, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The situation in Sudan is catastrophic & the recent massacre at el-Fasher’s Saudi Maternity Hospital is truly appalling, but sadly not the first attack of its kind.

I asked the Minister if he could explain what more could be done to prevent such atrocities by the RSF militia.
October 30, 2025 at 4:54 PM
@prosperscot.bsky.social brings together Scottish businesses, local authorities & charities to help shape economic growth & prosperity.

I enjoyed welcoming them & some of their members to Parliament - supporting conversations with Ministers & MPs around our shared ambitions for Scotland.
October 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Many constituents have contacted me about Gazan students seeking to take up full scholarships at Glasgow Uni & other institutions.

Today in the House of Commons I asked the Minister for an update on the Govt’s actions to assist in the evacuation of these students from Gaza.
October 29, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Under the SNP Scotland’s colleges have suffered a 20% cut in the last 5 years.

These cuts threaten their ability to train our young people for new & emerging jobs.

Meanwhile, the UK Labour Govt’s £45m Youth Guarantee is helping to make sure no young person is left behind.
October 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM
As the Scottish Parliament progresses into its second quarter-century I was pleased to speak in a debate on devolution in Scotland.

You can hear my full speech here: bit.ly/4owrf3I
October 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Eric Flack is an inspiration - from being a founding member of the Blairdardie & Old Drumchapel Community Council to establishing the Drumchapel Tennis Club.

His service to the local community is remarkable & I was pleased to recognise this in a recent parliamentary motion.
October 24, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Are you part of a community organisation delivering sport or physical activity in Glasgow West?

The @glasgowlife Get Active Glasgow Fund offers financial support to local clubs - helping residents get active, stay healthy & thrive.

Find out more at: bit.ly/4753UjW
Get Active Glasgow Fund
The Get Active Glasgow Fund aims to empower communities by supporting local clubs and organisations to develop inclusive, sustainable initiatives that help Glasgow residents of all ages and abilities ...
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October 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM