Isles MP warns NHS will go into ‘reverse’
NHS services risk going backwards, the isles MP warned if the National Insurance contribution increase is not offset for GPs and other care providers. Speaking…
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Concerns raised over voter ID plans
New voter ID requirements will have a disproportionate effect on young people, Alistair Carmichael has warned. The MP for the isles has highlighted the risk…
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Icy temperatures trigger cold weather payments
A cold weather payment has been triggered for Shetland following a prolonged blast of bitter weather. The scheme allows for £25 to be paid to…
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Assistance for seafood exporters the ‘bare minimum’ MP says
Seafood exporters across the UK will receive government funding of up to £23 million. But Alistair Carmichael has described the assistance as the ‘bare minimum’…
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Carmichael challenges minister on data loss
A call has been made on Home Office ministers to stop “dodging questions” over major data loss from police databases. Isles MP Alistair Carmichael has…
READ FULL STORYProtest over export delays should be ‘no surprise’ says Carmichael
Alistair Carmichael says there should be “no surprise” that seafood exporters have taken to the streets to protest against the disruption they are facing. Dozens…
READ FULL STORYMore support needed for sufferers of Long Covid, says Carmichael
Alistair Carmichael has spoken about “Long Covid” and the need for more government understanding. The Isles MP says Long Covid is still poorly understood, with…
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Call made for answers and action on fishing disruption
A call has been made for the government to give “answers and action” on emerging frustrations in the fishing sector over the UK’s EU trade
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Fisheries deal disappointing, say industry leaders
Fishing leaders have criticised the Brexit deal, but insisted they will “roll up their sleeves” to secure improvements.
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Carmichael: I will not vote in favour of Brexit Bill
Shetland’s MP says he will not support the last minute deal agreed between Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Alistair Carmichael insists the agreement negotiated at the…
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Ofgem to investigate practices of energy suppliers
The energy regulator has agreed to investigate the practices of energy suppliers following widespread concern about prices and standard of service. Ofgem says has held…
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Call for clarity on agricultural funding
A call for clarity has been made over the future funding mechanism for agricultural across the UK. Westminster has confirmed that the initial Scottish budget…
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Crofter details key concerns over no deal Brexit
Concerns remain among crofters about the “catastrophic” impact steep tariffs will have on lamb exports in the event of a no deal Brexit.
READ FULL STORYSNP ‘sitting on their hands’ on fish landing Brexit preparations
The Scottish government has “no excuse” for being short on vital health inspectors required for post-Brexit checks on fishing catches. That is the view of…
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