Drew Hendry MP celebrated the launch of SafeKab, an innovative initiative from Inverness Taxis, and offered women the chance to share their experiences through a focus group meeting held earlier this week. The event was an informative gathering meant to raise awareness and discuss the potential of SafeKab in addressing women’s safety. The initiative emerges […]
In the past weeks, I have been appointed to a new role as the SNP’s Westminster Economy Spokesperson. It’s a poignant moment for me to be leading on economic issues as we grapple with the escalating cost of living crisis. This winter, we’re all going to see our energy bills climb again as the heating
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Whilst out, across the constituency, conversations with businesses have made it obvious that our potential is being held back because of workforce shortages. Thanks to Brexit, they no longer have a pool of EU nationals who could use free movement to help, and until Scotland can re-join the EU, it has never been more important
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The past weeks of Parliamentary recess have been filled with doors knocked and streets pounded as I’ve taken my “surgeries” out to our communities. There are always a variety of issues raised and casework collected – the implementation of the new 20mph signs, in particular, was a source of a fair bit of chat. Development and
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It’s clear, speaking to people on their doorsteps across our constituency in the past weeks, the most pressing concern, along with mortgages and rents, is food inflation. The escalating prices of daily essentials are leaving a profound impact, especially on those most vulnerable. The average rate of inflation on food remains stubbornly high at around
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It’s clear that the impact of the cost-of-living crisis and skyrocketing prices has touched all corners of our community, reaching more of us than ever before. Living in rural communities brings its own set of hurdles when the economy is struggling. There seems to be never-ending demand for money, and that pressure is tough on
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As you may know, I have presented the Banking and Postal Services (Rural Areas) Bill, an essential piece of legislation designed to protect the services that our communities across Badenoch and Strathspey so vitally rely on, to the House of Commons. Your voices have been instrumental in driving this process forward. From listening to those
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Recent Wild Fires Highlight Need for Action Like everyone else in our community, I have watched in horror at the wildfires breaking out across the constituency. Hoping for rain and the safety of the firefighters and families who were forced to leave their homes and feeling utterly helpless. Also, like you, I know there is
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Small and micro businesses in our community are feeling the weight of the economic crisis. The dual impact of rising inflation and the cost-of-living crisis is putting a strain on their small operations, and it’s clear they need our support more than ever. One of the most significant challenges many of our smaller businesses face
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Summer promises sunshine, barbecues and picnics. But, as we know, the inevitable chill of autumn and winter follows all too soon. That’s why, despite the increasing temperatures, I am determined to keep on the case to demand fairness in the energy market with our It’s Your Money campaign. To this end, this week, I met
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