Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has raised further concerns with the Scottish Government over how long it took for testing to made available to a Moray care home after a case of Covid-19 had been confirmed.

The Scottish Government has been urged to help a lifeline ferry service between Orkney and mainland Scotland which is being hit by a loss of passenger income.

Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has welcomed research confirming that the swift action by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has saved hundreds of thousands of jobs across Scotland.

Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has raised concerns with the First Minister over the availability of Covid-19 testing for residents and staff in care homes in his region.

Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has hit out after Scotland’s Finance Secretary told councils to use reserves to pay for the fight against coronavirus.

MSP questions Scottish Government on help for Northern Isles transport operators

Jamie Halcro Johnston has questioned the Scottish Government over the support available to operators of lifeline transport links to the Northern Isles.

Shadow Education Minister Jamie Halcro Johnston has said delays to a key education review was a matter of serious concern.

An MSP has praised a Moray charity for producing face masks for local healthcare workers.

Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston is backing NFU Scotland’s condemnation of plans for a mass release of Chinese lanterns this weekend.

Mr Halcro Johnston said: “My region suffered from several devastating wildfires last year.

Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has welcomed the launch of a dedicated helpline for people at high risk from coronavirus.