READY SCOTLAND – VOLUNTEER HERE

The Scottish Government has launched Ready Scotland – a scheme for those who are fit and able and want to volunteer in their community to assist tackling covid-19. Already, over 21,000 have volunteered which is a testament to the kindness and compassion of people across Scotland. Thousands have already been working hard to support their […]

SUPPORT FOR SELF-EMPLOYED WORKERS

It is disappointing that it has taken this long for the UK government to announce measures for millions of self-employed people across the UK, and it is extremely concerning that the people with bills to pay and families to feed will have to wait until June for the support they need now. The Prime Minister […]

LATEST NHS ADVICE

If you seek health advice, the following steps should be taken: • Patients with coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are now asked to dial NHS 24 on 111, day or night, if their symptoms worsen or do not improve after seven days. • Please do not call your GP or go to the surgery. If you require […]

PARENTS HIT BY REDUCED CHILD MAINTENANCE PAYMENTS MUST BE SUPPORTED

SNP URGE UK GOVERNMENT TO PREVENT CHILDREN SLIDING INTO POVERTY Campaigning SNP MP Marion Fellows has urged the UK government to provide an additional standard payment for parents-with-care not receiving child maintenance support (CMS) after a rise in child poverty in the UK and the economic impact of Coronavirus. The MP for Motherwell and Wishaw […]

HOW SAFE IS YOUR WORKPLACE?

I have been writing to a number of employers regarding covid-19 and the safety of their workers. Some cases have been shocking. Help the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) gather info on employer practices by completing the survey below. #SaveJobsSaveLives The STUC has also been producing a range of advice as the COVID-19 crisis has been unfolding, such […]

NLC SCHOOL MEALS UPDATE

A new payment system is being set up for parents and carers of pupils who receive free school meals. You will be sent a message twice a week from the council, which will include a voucher code for £10 (£20 per child per week). The voucher can be redeemed at any shop with Pay Point […]