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Orcadian Column, 23 May 2024
It takes a special talent to dislocate your hip during a football match when you’re not playing, or even on the substitutes bench. Miraculously, I achieved this feat while cheering on Sanday in a…
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McArthur launches new search for Orkney ‘Local Hero’
Orkney MSP, Liam McArthur has launched a new search for ‘Orkney’s Local Hero’. The selected Local Hero will join MSPs and other Local Heroes from across Scotland at a special commemorative event in…
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McArthur states support for Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
Liam McArthur, MSP for Orkney, has repeated his support for Mental Health Awareness Week as the campaign encourages people to get more active to support their mental health.
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McArthur warns again of “legal aid deserts” in rural areas as Law Society pulls out of talks
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has repeated warnings of “legal aid deserts” emerging in rural Scotland, following the Law Society’s withdrawal from talks on reviewing legal aid fees with the Scottish…
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McArthur calls for Men’s Sheds funding to be put on stable footing
In Mental Health Awareness Week, Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has joined cross-party calls for the Scottish Government to commit long-term funding to the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association, calling it a…
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McArthur comments on ambulance delays
Commenting on the event at Bignold Park where an ambulance took 50 minutes to attend a broken leg, Orkney's MSP Liam McArthur said:
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McArthur voices support for Marie Curie at parliamentary event
Orkney MSP Liam McArthur has reaffirmed his support for Marie Curie following an event in the Scottish Parliament earlier this week.
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Orcadian Column, 9 May 2024
As the Scottish Parliament elects a third First Minister in 14 months, it seems we’re o’er blessed to live in interesting times.
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McArthur warns against ferries task force ‘being stuck in dry dock’
Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today asked the Scottish Government for assurances over the future of the Orkney Ferries Task Force, following Humza Yousaf’s resignation as First Minister.
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McArthur meets with public finance minister over Visitor Levy Bill
Having previously lodged amendments to the proposed Visitor Levy Bill, seeking to ensure any levy could also be applied to cruise passengers, Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur today met with Minister Tom…
