Dumfries Courier column - July 2021 Thursday, 22 July, 2021 Driving test backlog set to be eased One of many issues emerging during the Covid pandemic was the loss of normal driver-training and assessment. It's a problem that has faced a significant number of those wanting to pass their theory and practical tests in my large rural constituency. I have written and held discussions with DVLA on behalf constituents who require a licence for work, study and a... Local News
MP welcomes PM's comments on A75 study 8th July 2021 A direction of travel on the future upgrading of the A75 Gretna to Stranraer road could be revealed soon. That was the clear indication from Prime Minister... Local News
Stranraer & Wigtownshire Free Press column - June 2021 5th July 2021 Region's college reflects changing times Climate and the environment featured prominently at the recent G7 talks in Cornwall and will be the focus at the... Local News
Dumfries Courier column - June 2021 18th June 2021 Post Office base needed It was disappointing that C. J. Lang have felt the need to close the Post Office within four SPAR convenience stores they operate in the... Local News
Stranraer & Wigtownshire Free Press column - May 2021 4th June 2021 Difficult times for NHS nationally and locally Recent news coverage in the Free Press has underlined the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on other more... Local News
Stranraer & Wigtownshire Free Press column - April 2021 29th April 2021 Support local businesses as they make welcome return The good news that a raft of coronavirus restrictions have been lifted across Scotland is extremely welcome... Local News
MP welcomes decision allowing Dumfries family to remain in UK 20th April 2021 A decision to allow a Dumfries family, originally from Pakistan, to remain permanently in the UK was right and just. That was the view of Dumfries and Galloway... Local News
Scottish Secretary pays tribute to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh 9th April 2021 Scottish Secretary Alister Jack's statement on the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Secretary of State for Scotland Alister... Local News
£2.8m Town Hall project funding success praised 8th April 2021 Volunteer community activists at Whithorn have been commended by the local MP on their latest success. Alister Jack praised the team behind the redevelopment of... Local News
Stranraer & Wigtownshire Free Press column - March 2021 25th March 2021 Borderlands Growth Deal steers steady course for better times ahead At the geographical heart of the UK, the Borderlands has a unique position straddling the... Local News
