Author: Bob Doris MSP

Fireworks Night – 2025 Guide

The Law When we talk about fireworks here, we don’t mean sparklers (known as Category 1 fireworks). Age – You must be 18 or over

Issue Briefing: Gaza

Gaza Top line: The situation in Gaza is a man-made humanitarian catastrophe. We must confront this crisis with urgency, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to

Issue Briefing: Cost of Living

Cost of Living In challenging economic headwinds, the SNP is doing everything it can to protect people and public services from Westminster mismanagement. Key points: 

Issue Briefing: Community Cohesion

Community Cohesion Scotland is a diverse, multi-cultural society and this diversity only strengthens us as a nation. The SNP Scottish Government rejects the divisive narratives

Issue Briefing: Colleges 

Colleges The SNP Government is committed to ensuring investment in our college sector to support students to move on to positive destinations. Key points:  FURTHER

Issue Briefing: The Promise

The Promise Top line: The Scottish Government remains resolute in its commitment to keeping the Promise. Key points:  The Scottish Government commits to carefully considering

Action on Off-Road Vehicle and E-Bike Misuse

I was pleased to have confirmed to me that Police Scotland are reviewing guidance around the confiscation of off-road vehicles and often (illegally modified) e-bikes which are being misused.

SMA

I have been involved in the campaign to persuade the Scottish Government to support screening (see the link below). It includes questions in the Scottish

Heat Pumps and Decarbonising Homes

I asked what the Scottish Government is doing to help homeowners quickly switch to low-carbon heating systems – like heat pumps – especially when their current systems fail and urgent replacements are needed.

Outstanding Service to the 90th Glasgow Girls’ Brigade

t was good to catch up with Rosemary Nimmo and Margaret Harvey last week to congratulate them on their combined 84 years of service for the 90th Glasgow Girls Brigade in Summerston. I was also pleased to acknowledge their service in a parliamentary motion.

Issue Briefing: Scottish Budget

Scottish Budget 2025-26 Top line: The SNP Scottish Government is focused on the issues that matter most to Scots – eradicating child poverty, investing in

Issue Briefing: Immigration and Asylum

Immigration and Asylum Scotland stands shoulder to shoulder with those seeking safety in this country and will do all we can to show them dignity