Budget 2020 11th March 2020 This was an excellent Budget which will be good for the country at this challenging time. One important measure for my large rural constituency will be the... Opinions
Jackson good choice to take Tories forward 18th February 2020 WITH the votes counted Jackson Carlaw has been confirmed as new leader of the Scottish Conservatives in what will be a crucial period in politics and the... Opinions
Whisky message must go to Trump 16th October 2019 I HAVE urged the Government to highlight the damaging impact of a pending 25-per-cent whisky tariff by the United States on our iconic Scottish industry... Opinions
Halt turbines spread 5th September 2019 WIND FARMS across Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale have reached their limit and any more would further damage the natural beauty of our area. I remain... Opinions
Helping shape a better future 18th August 2019 A FEATURE of my Dumfriesshire Clydesdale and Tweeddale constituency is the strong community spirit, widely-held progressive attitude and a strong bond with our... Opinions
Ready for challenges ahead 7th August 2019 IT WAS disappointing to step down as Secretary of State for Scotland but I'm pleased it has provided me with more opportunities to get out and about in the... Opinions
Good Brexit deal vital for Scotland and Union 26th July 2019 I was saddened to step down as Secretary of State for Scotland. It was an immense privilege to serve in the role and I’d like to thank the two prime ministers I... Opinions
Working together to strengthen Union 13th June 2019 ALONG with Scottish Conservative MP Group colleagues, I will cast my vote in a series of ballots that will decide who our next Prime Minister will be. The next... Opinions
Borders focus as Ruth begins fightback 16th May 2019 THERE was an enthusiastic welcome to Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson when she spoke at the party's spring conference in Aberdeen earlier this month... Opinions