Local newspapers must be protected amid crisis
9 Apr 2020
Scotland’s regional media must be supported by both Scotland’s governments to ensure their survival now and after the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Scottish Conservatives said the vital role played by the country’s trusted traditional press was clearer than ever as the coronavirus crisis continues.
Shadow finance secretary Donald Cameron has...Read More »
‘Shielded’ family hit out at lack of delivery slots
9 Apr 2020
The daughter of a vulnerable pensioner in the coronavirus “shielded” category has described her difficulty in securing supermarket delivery slots.
Leanne Tervit, whose 72-year-old mother Margaret has received three transplants and recently survived sepsis and pneumonia, is struggling to get hold of vital daily items.
The Fife woman is...Read More »
Big supermarket chains confirm they are still waiting for ‘shielded’ list
8 Apr 2020
Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has confirmed stores are still waiting for the SNP government to share its list of...Read More »
Care homes can’t be forgotten in PPE emergency
8 Apr 2020
Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw has urged Nicola Sturgeon not to forget about care homes as her government attempts to roll-out delivery of personal protective equipment.
Much of the SNP government’s focus has been on providing PPE to hospitals and GP surgeries as the country battles the Covid-19...Read More »
SNP must change business support to match UK level
5 Apr 2020
The SNP government has been urged to change its approach to grants given to businesses shut down as a result of the coronavirus.
Nicola Sturgeon said she would mirror a UK Government scheme which would ensure each business property receives a £25,000 grant to mitigate the impact of...Read More »