Stirling MP Alyn Smith and MSP Bruce Crawford have called for renewed action on rural crime, amidst concerns criminals may take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic. A newly published report by the National Farmers Union Read more
Stirling will receive a share of £50 million in funding for the recruitment of approximately 850 extra teachers and around 200 additional support staff across Scotland as local authorities plan for the reopening of schools. Read more
Stirling MSP Bruce Crawford has thanked members of the local community in Gartmore for their efforts at a special event, celebrating the volunteers who have helped put the Black Bull Pub together. The pub came Read more
Stirling MP Alyn Smith and MSP Bruce Crawford have written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, following confirmation from the UK government that they intend to change the eligibility criteria for duty relief for beer Read more
24-hour Mental Health Support welcomed amidst COVID-19 Health Crisis and Recovery Bruce Crawford MSP and Alyn Smith MP have welcomed the launch of a 24-hour, 7 days a week mental health support service for workers Read more
Stirling SNP politicians have praised the work from Stirling Council officers and childcare providers in confirming that the Council will offer 1,140 hours of free childcare as of August 2020. The rollout of doubling the Read more
Stirling MSP Bruce Crawford and MP Alyn Smith have raised serious concerns over the decision by Camping in the Forest not to open their sites this year. The organisation operates the Cashel and Cobleland campsites Read more
Stirling MSP Bruce Crawford has welcomed the publication of additional COVID-19 related guidance from the Scottish Government, specifically for small and micro-sized businesses. The publication provides practical advice for employers on the steps they need Read more
Stirling MP Alyn Smith and Stirling MSP Bruce Crawford have today launched an overview of work undertaken in recent months to support businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. As the health emergency has continued, the economic Read more
Stirling MSP Bruce Crawford has welcomed the Chancellor’s announcement of a 6-month VAT cut from 20% to 5% for hospitality and tourism. Businesses which will benefit include pubs and restaurants, as well as ticketed events Read more