The Scottish Government must not “simply walk away” Friday, 9 May, 2025 The Scottish Government must not “simply walk away” if they take the decision not to designate Galloway as Scotland’s next National Park, according to Finlay Carson MSP. He insists the SNP Government must recognise and address the unique challenges and opportunities facing rural businesses in his Galloway and West Dumfries constituency including tourist and hospitality. The Galloway and West... Holyrood News
Carson Fury Over Political Point Scoring Stunt Despite Wildfire Warning 20th March 2025 Local constituency MSP Finlay Carson has accused the First Minister of “shameful political point scoring” after quizzing him over the extreme wildfire risk... Holyrood News
Carson Demands Better Protection for NHS Staff Over Violent Attacks 18th March 2025 Shocking new figures have revealed more than 51,000 attacks against NHS staff since 2019. Now local constituency MSP Finlay Carson is calling on the Scottish... Holyrood News
Carson Challenges First Minister to Hear Real Concerns Over Maternity Service 13th March 2025 Local constituency MSP Finlay Carson has challenged the First Minister and Health Secretary to visit Stranraer to discuss maternity services. He invited John... Holyrood News
Carson Fears Over Heritage Skills Shortage Proved Correct 10th March 2025 Local constituency MSP Finlay Carson warned last year that a chronic shortage of traditional heritage skills could become a crisis due to a lack of training... Local News
It Could Be You or Your Community that Wins Big! 6th March 2025 The National Lottery is all about big numbers. Unfortunately, any of the ones I pick seem to remain in the draw machine! But two figures that do stand out are... Holyrood News
Hosting the VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards Winners Reception 28th February 2025 I had the honour of hosting the VIBES Winners Reception in Holyrood. It was a chance to recognise the winners of the 2024 VIBES Scottish Business Awards and... Holyrood News
Stranraer Gets New Honours 21st February 2025 Two of Stranraer’s sporting superstars have been recognised by the Scottish Parliament. Footballer Ryan Hardie and curler Robyn Munro both made the national... Local News
Carson Joy As Brian Goes Home 20th February 2025 The plight of a wheelchair-bound man left lanquishing in a local hospital for more than six months is finally over. Brian Gibson – who is unable to walk due to... Local News
Carson Wins Assurance over Importance of Dairy Farming in South West 19th February 2025 Protection must be put in place to ensure dairy farming in South West Scotland remains a national asset, insists Finlay Carson MSP. He has demanded safeguards... Holyrood News
