Author Archives: Communications Officer

CLYDEBANK POST COLUMN – 14 AUGUST 2019

Posted on 14th August 2019 by Communications Officer

It’s summer recess in the House of Commons which offers MPs a very welcome opportunity to spend some much-needed time with friends and family. But for me that doesn’t mean the work stops – quite the opposite in fact, as … Continue reading →

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CLYDEBANK MAN PRAISED IN PARLIAMENT FOR LIFETIME CONTRIBUTION TO SWIMMING

Posted on 12th August 2019 by Communications Officer

A Clydebank man in his 90s has been praised in the House of Commons for his ‘remarkable contribution’ to swimming in Scotland. Veteran swim coach Peter Dempster, who has been involved in Clydebank Amateur Swimming Club since 1938, was described … Continue reading →

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MARTIN PRESSES NEW PM BORIS JOHNSON ON PLIGHT OF JAGTAR SINGH JOHAL

Posted on 25th July 2019 by Communications Officer

SNP MP Martin Docherty-Hughes has questioned new Prime Minister Boris Johnson over the incarceration and alleged torture in India of Dumbarton man Jagtar Singh Johal. 32 year old Jagtar, known as “Jaggi”, has been held without trial in India since … Continue reading →

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SCOTLAND DESERVES BETTER THAN BREXIT BRITAIN UNDER BORIS JOHNSON

Posted on 24th July 2019 by Communications Officer

Martin Docherty-Hughes, MP for West Dunbartonshire, has said that it’s no surprise to see support for Scottish independence on the rise following the appointment of Boris Johnson as Prime Minister. The local SNP MP hit out at the new leader … Continue reading →

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FLEXIBLE WORKING

Posted on 23rd July 2019 by Communications Officer

The SNP strongly support employers allowing flexible work, and have worked to encourage more employers to allow flexible work that suits employees’ needs. We are hugely aware of the many benefits flexible working can have, including for those with caring … Continue reading →

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MARTIN HAILS IMPACT OF NEW CLYDEBANK COMMUNITY SPORT HUB

Posted on 22nd July 2019 by Communications Officer

Local MP Martin Docherty-Hughes has hailed the impact of Clydebank Community Sport Hub (CSH) following a visit to the multi-million pound facility in Whitecrook. The MP for West Dunbartonshire spoke after meeting with local groups to see first-hand how the … Continue reading →

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DOG MEAT TRADE

Posted on 22nd July 2019 by Communications Officer

Many animal welfare charities have drawn attention to the often horrific conditions in which dogs are kept for the dog meat trade. The SNP at Westminster has raised the issue of the dog meat trade in Asia, condemning the cruel … Continue reading →

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CAMPAIGN AGAINST FLAMINGO LAND RESORT IN LOCH LOMOND

Posted on 16th July 2019 by Communications Officer

As the MP for West Dunbartonshire, I’m very proud to represent the gateway to Scotland’s most famous National Park. Visitors from all over the world come here to enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of Loch Lomond and we benefit greatly … Continue reading →

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