Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹
@drscottarthurmp.bsky.social
1. Scottish Labour MP for Edinburgh South West. 2. Civil Engineer 3. Parkrunner. Newsletter Sign-Up: http://tinyurl.com/EdSWNewsletter
Children in Scotland are being failed, recent homelessness and home building figures show. 🏠 Social homes needed: 15,693+ per year 🧱 Social homes being built: 5,353 in the past year 📈 The result: Record high child homelessness Help fight back against child homelessness 👉 shelterscotland.org/ActCH
From Edinburgh Zoo...
From Edinburgh Zoo...
It is great to be at Edinburgh Zoo today helping to lead a discussion with employers and other stakeholders on youth unemployment and social mobility.
🇫🇷 🚴♂️ The route of both the men’s and women’s Tour de France Grande Départ has been revealed. On Friday 2 July 2027, the world’s best cyclists will start a 184km route at Holyrood before weaving through Edinburgh city centre. MAP: www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/v...
This is a reminder that on Thursday the 5th of November I am hosting a job fair in collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions. To sign up please follow the link: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Ckg0Bd61MV
The Tour de France 2027 "Edinburgh Grand Départ route" has been revealed. Starting the competition in Edinburgh is going to be fantastic for our capital. Story: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/tour-d...
👻🎃 Lynne from our Growing Families team had a great time at the Halloween Family Fun Day at Royston Wardieburn Community Centre on Monday. They have another event tomorrow! Check out the poster! #CommunitySupport #GrowingFamilies #HalloweenFun
I am visiting McLaren today to learn more about UK advanced manufacturing.
Edinburgh is currently the only part of Scotland delivering economic growth above the UK average, & if we want our capital to remain competitive with cities across the UK and Europe, it must have the powers and flexibility it needs to succeed. See: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
Edinburgh city region bids for more powers to boost growth and tackle poverty
Stronger region could fit with Scottish Government council shake-up plan
edinburghnews.scotsman.com
🚨BREAKING PMQs🚨 PM: "I think before the budget next week, we will have a new book published about the mini-budget of a few of a few years ago" "The authors of that mini-budget are sitting across these benches, including the Shadow Chancellor."
If Jackdaw does go ahead, we must invest the income to the Government in the energy transition - for example, home insulation schemes. My blog: wp.me/ph0Y9I-yD
Extreme fence sitting.
David Bol@davidbol.bsky.social · 4d agoExcl: SNP energy minister Stephen Gethins told me he cannot yet commit the Scottish government to supporting North Sea drilling. He warned it could be a year before an energy strategy is published with the position. The last SG energy strategy was published in 2017. www.scotsman.com/news/politic...
My Early day motion was published today marking the fantastic work of Edinburgh South West's Love From Jamie.
For the first time - Edinburgh's Usher Hall will host Scotland's Festival of Remembrance on Saturday 7th November, a poignant evening of remembrance, in honour of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service. Tickets: cultureedinburgh.com/events/scotl...
Scotland's Festival of Remembrance
On Saturday the 07th of November the Nation will gather to pause, reflect and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
cultureedinburgh.com
My afternoon in Parliament begins.
Last year, I wrote to all the major food delivery companies, urging them to make better use of their apps to identify and tackle dangerous rider behaviour. That's why I welcome Deliveroo's announcement that it is now looking at how its technology can help address these issues. (1/2)
Longstone Community Council have arranged a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing in Slateford/Longstone church on Thursday 19th November @7pm. All are invite all along to watch, and take part in the discussion which follows. Register - www.eventbrite.com/e/peoples-em...
People's Emergency Briefing
Longstone Community Council invite you to a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film - the truth about climate change.
eventbrite.com
"Protect the Dolls" is a solidarity slogan and cultural term used to advocate for the safety, dignity, and rights of transgender women. It is a perfectly legitimate view to hold. Indeed, the rights of transgender women are protected in law.
I visited Kebabish (Dalry Road) yesterday evening to remind myself why it was named Restaurant of the Year at the Asian Restaurant Awards. The fantastic food, warm welcome and commitment to quality made it clear why this local favourite continues to earn such well-deserved recognition.
I regularly hear from constituents who are concerned about the dangers posed by illegally modified e-bikes and conversion kits. This is not simply an annoyance for residents. It is a serious public safety issue. Story: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
Hailes Quarry junior parkrun #58 and for the end of October school break we welcomed a fantastic, frosty 55 young folk with parents, grandparents, carers, and friends who ran, jogged, and walked around the course. ♥️
Businesses are crying out for closer relations with the EU. The director general of the British Chambers of Commerce said that the UK’s current trading relationship with the EU was bad for business. ⬇️
Repairing Brexit economic damage should be Burnham’s top priority, business chief says
Shevaun Haviland argues PM is right to revisit Labour’s EU red lines as current trading relationship is bad for business
theguardian.com
A frosty but fantastic start at Hailes Quarry junior parkrun this morning! ❄️☀️ Despite the cold weather and the October break, we were delighted to welcome 51 young runners across the finish line. It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout.
Celebrating Community Transport Week 2026 with @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social! 😁 🚌 🕊️ 👉 www.facebook.com/dovecentre/p... #TeamDove #DoveTransport #CommunityTransport #CTWeek26
Best seat on the bus!
From driving licences to our offshore industry, my week in Parliament: scottarthurmp.wordpress.com/2026/10/16/m...
My Week In Parliament – 12th 16th October 2026
I met with Breast Cancer Now in Parliament, at their ‘Wear it Pink’ event, to highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month Parliamentary Contributions Oral Contributions: Inheritance Tax …
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