CONCERNS about TransPennine Express train services at Lockerbie railway station were raised in the House of Commons yesterday (Thursday).

LOCAL MP David Mundell has renewed his calls for an end to a decline in free-to-use cash dispensers.

He has been a long-time campaigner against the trend which has impacted on his largely rural Dumfriesshire Clydesdale and Tweeddale constituency.

SHOWING SUPPORT . . . Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale MP David Mundell (pictured) met with campaigners from Cancer Research UK at the Palace of Westminster last week.

WHISKY is an important industry and employer in my constituency and across Scotland but frustratingly is facing some big challenges just now.

IT IS vitally important the horrific mass murder of European Jews and other minorities in World War Two is never forgotten.

LOCAL MP David Mundell has been 'Wearing it Pink' at Westminster in support of breast cancer causes.

He joined Breast Cancer Now and Breast Cancer Care representatives to promote forthcoming breast cancer awareness month in October.

A GROUP from Lockerbie Academy has visited the Houses of Parliament during one of the most eventful periods in its history as candidates jostled to become new Prime Minister.

I was truly sorry to see Theresa May announce on Friday that she would be resigning as Prime Minister.

Having worked closely with her over many years I know how dedicated she was to serving her country. 

AS I write, Brexit still dominates the news.

Things might have changed by the time you read this -- but if we are still seeking a way forward I’ll be every bit as frustrated as most people are with the situation we’re in.

LOCAL MP David Mundell has signed a book of condolence in the aftermath of the horrific mosque shootings in New Zealand.

He this week visited the New Zealand High Commission in London where he wrote a message on behalf of the people of Scotland.