Drugs ruining lives across the Highlands and Islands Thursday, 21 January, 2021 A Scottish Conservative MSP has warned that the impact of illegal drugs is being felt in communities across his region. Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston made his comments after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon admitted the drugs epidemic afflicting Scotland, which cost 1,264 lives in 2019, was “our worst shame” and a “disgrace”. Mr Halcro Johnston said: “No-one should think that drugs... Local News
MSP highlights World Mental Health Day 8th October 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has said this weekend’s World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for people to take stock, think of themselves... Holyrood News
MSP marks World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 8th October 2020 The work of people supporting those with life-limiting conditions is being remembered on World Hospice and Palliative Care Day this Saturday. Highlands and... Local News
Concerns raised at Holyrood over “postcode lottery” in support for those in custody 8th October 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has questioned the Scottish Government on what he called was a “postcode lottery” in how those in custody with... Holyrood News
Backing for Rural Teacher Fund 5th October 2020 Shadow Education Minister Jamie Halcro Johnston is backing plans to create a new rural teacher fund. The proposal, announced by Scottish Conservative Leader... Holyrood News
Jamie warns over risk of care home isolation 1st October 2020 The distress being caused to care home residents who are isolated from their loved ones has been highlighted by Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston... Holyrood News
Universities Minister failed to consult NUS Scotland before implementing restrictions on students 30th September 2020 Higher Education Minister Richard Lochhead has confirmed that he had failed to consult with students bodies ahead of new restrictions being placed on students... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Halcro Johnston hails fisheries deal with Norway 30th September 2020 Highlands and Islands Conservative MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has said that the agreement on fisheries signed today between the UK and Norway is of huge... Local News
Halcro Johnston welcomes PM’s commitment on US whisky tariffs 30th September 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has welcomed the Prime Minister’s commitment to seeking a resolution to US tariffs on Scotch whisky. Boris... Local News
Halcro Johnston backs action to restore trust in MSPs 29th September 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Jamie Halcro Johnston has said that the Scottish Parliament needs to take action to restore the public’s faith in their MSPs. Mr... Holyrood News
