Finlay Carson

ICYMI: Stranraer cannot afford to lose another major employer.

Last week, I pressed the First Minister on the proposed closure of the Gentex facility, which puts 110 highly skilled local jobs at risk.

I called for urgent action to support affected workers, protect local employment and ensure that Stranraer is not left to suffer another significant economic setback.

Watch the exchange below ⬇️

From our largest to our smallest communities we will remember them.

For our tomorrows, they gave their todays.

It was great to meet with Lynne Somerville of the @Digital_DairyC to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Scotland's dairy sector.

We spoke about workforce shortages, digital skills, rural connectivity and how innovation can help support dairy farmers for the future.

I was also pleased to attend the Digital Dairy Chain Conference Dinner this week and hear more about the work being done to strengthen this vital industry.

Pleased to attend the @RHANews launch of its Wellbeing Charter in Parliament yesterday.

The road haulage sector is vital to Scotland's economy, and supporting the health and wellbeing of the workforce is crucial to its long-term success.

A welcome initiative focused on the people who keep Scotland moving. 🚛