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.”

Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, is calling on the UK and Scottish Governments to work together to support the aviation industry through the economic impact of covid-19.

Edinburgh West Liberal Democrat MP, Christine Jardine is calling on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to provide support for the three million people who are currently getting no financial support from the Government’s support scheme.

The Liberal Democrats are calling for greater powers for Edinburgh Council to take action on carbon emissions as figures show progress to cut emissions across the UK has stalled since 2016. 

Edinburgh West MP, Christine Jardine, questioned whether the postponement of IR35 reforms, which were due to be implemented in April of this year, were simply adding to the distress felt by self-employed people during the coronavirus pandemic.

Edinburgh West MP, Christine Jardine, has asked Prime Minister Boris Johnson if he will consider a universal basic income to ensure that those not currently covered by government schemes receive support through the coronavirus pandemic.

Edinburgh West MP, Christine Jardine, is demanding that Lothian Buses reinstall a full bus service for residents in Ratho. 

Christine Jardine MP has called for assurances over the future of jobs at Edinburgh Airport after the cargo handling company Swissport announced plans for major redundancies.