JARDINE CALLS FOR SUPPORT FOR CHARITY
An Edinburgh MP has called for public support for charities to overcome the negative impact of Covid 19.
JARDINE TO HOST OUTDOOR ADVICE SURGERIES
Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, is to host a series of outdoor meetings and surgeries to broaden access for constituents in the pandemic.
EDINBURGH WEST MP WELCOMES ‘SIGNIFICANT RECOVERY’ IN SMALL BUSINESS CONFIDENCE
Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, has welcomed FSB research showing small businesses confidence across Scotland is growing, and hopes to see this reflected for businesses across Edinburgh West.
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Edinburgh West MP concerned employers shouldn’t be left to introduce support schemes for freelancers
Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, has today welcomed news that the BBC is stepping in to help freelances left without support for Government scheme, but described it as ludicrous that the UK Government is not doing anything to support then.
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JARDINE: HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE STAFF DESERVE A ‘REAL PAY RISE NOW’
Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, is demanding the UK Government introduce a ‘real pay rise now’ in recognition of their work on the frontline throughout the coronavirus crisis.
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EDINBURGH WEST MP DEMANDS GOVERNMENTS ‘GET THEIR ACT TOGETHER’ TO SUPPORT AIRPORT
Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, is calling on the UK and Scottish Governments to work together and step up the support for the aviation industry.
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JARDINE WELCOMES CENSUS CHANGE TO INCLUDE ARMED FORCES COMMUNITY
Christine Jardine, MP for Edinburgh West, is delighted that both the UK Parliament and the Scottish Parliament have announced that the next Census will now include a question to provide information on whether someone has served in HM Armed Forces.
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JARDINE CALLS FOR NATIONAL TRAVEL STRATEGY
Christine Jardine, MP for Edinburgh West, is calling for the UK and Scottish Governments to come up with a strategy to create a sustainable aviation industry in response to the impact of the Covid19 crisis.
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JARDINE CONCERNED BY POST-LOCKDOWN CRIME RISE
Liberal Democrat Home Affairs spokesperson Christine Jardine has today voiced concerns about the rise in crime as steps begin to normalise life.
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JARDINE PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR LOCAL BUSINESS FOLLOWING BOOTS REDUNDANCIES
After the announcement that Boots is set to cut 4,000 jobs across the country due to the economic impact of covid-19, Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, said:
“This is an extremely difficult day for Boots employees who now face an uncertain future, and is yet another blow to Edinburgh’s economic recovery from Covid-19.
“I’ll be writing to Boots management, as well as speaking to the unions about the impact on local shops across Edinburgh West.
"I've already had assurances that there are currently no plans to cut jobs in Edinburgh, but will continue to monitor the situation closely.
"I will do everything possible to provide the fullest support to businesses across the constituency during this difficult time.”
