New figures show that the UK economy continues to grow and wages continue to rise. With more people in full-time jobs than ever before, more people have the security of a regular wage. And with wages still growing faster than prices, people have more money in their pockets.
Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has warmly welcomed the decision by the UK Government that there will be two year post study work visas for international students.
Mr Cameron said: “Scottish Conservatives have argued for this change and the announcement shows that the UK Government is
Jeremy Corbyn has been calling for a general election for years. Yet he now can’t decide if he wants a general election or not. All we can be sure about is that Labour are only offering more talk, more delay and more indecision on Brexit.Labour’s manifesto pledged to respect the referendum result.
The Prime Minister has announced plans to help the best and brightest international students start careers in the UK.We’re changing our immigration rules – so international graduates will be able to stay in the UK for two years to find work.
At a very well attended Conference in the Inverness area on Saturday 7 September, Highland Scottish Conservatives enjoyed a full day of speeches, presentations, debate and Q&A sessions.
The packed programme of speakers included all three Highland and Islands Scottish Conservative and Unio
Commenting on prime minister Boris Johnson’s pledge of a further £51.4 million for Scottish farmers, Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron said:
“This announcement is very good news for our region where agriculture is one of the most important sectors of the local economy.
MSP seeks assurances from Scottish Government on plans for Inverness Airport Rail Station
During a session of Portfolio Questions at Holyrood, Edward Mountain, Highlands and Islands MSP, has asked the Scottish Government when the proposed Inverness Airport Rail Station will be completed .
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Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has welcomed news that Scottish farmers are to receive an extra £160m of convergence funding from the UK Government.
The award, which was announced in the UK Spending Review today, follows a lengthy and concerted campaign from the Scottish Conservatives
Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has expressed concern that child and adolescent mental health waiting times in the NHS Highland area have worsened, despite the Scottish Government’s commitment to improve them a year ago.
The latest figures from ISD show that only 77.8% of patients in
