📢 Reminder from the Office of Ben Macpherson MSP 📢
The City of Edinburgh Council are looking for your views on antisocial behaviour and crime.
Have your say online, the consultation closes on Wednesday 6 December:We're looking for your views on crime and antisocial behaviour in the city.
You'll help us help us to better understand local issues and take action to address them.
Tell us what you think until 6 December consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/bi/community-safety-strategy/
Tomorrow, Friday 1 December, I will be holding my regular ‘Drop-in Help & Advice Surgeries’ in Edinburgh Northern and Leith. Please find the details below. #HereToHelp
9:30am – 10:30am at Royston Wardieburn Community Centre (11 Pilton Drive North, Edinburgh, EH5 1NF).
11:00am – 12:00noon at West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre (19 West Pilton Grove, Edinburgh, EH4 4BY).
3:30pm – 4:30pm at Leith Community Centre (12A Newkirkgate, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6AD).
Please do not attend if you are experiencing covid or flu symptoms.
There will be no surgery in January 2024 due to the festive period. Regular surgeries on the first Friday of every month will resume in February 2024.
If you can’t come this Friday, and you need assistance from me as your local MSP throughout the winter period, you can also contact my office via phone on 0131 600 0134 or email me at ben.macpherson.msp@parliament.scot.
As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, I have thought for some time it would be helpful to have a list of 16 Actions that we as MSPs, especially male MSPs, could commit to undertake during and between the 16 Days each year.
In collaboration with expert organisations, such as Zero Tolerance and White Ribbon Scotland, my team and I have created this list. I pledge to continue to work through these actions throughout the year, in order to tackle and prevent Violence Against Women and Girls.
#16DaysOfActivism2023
Grateful for a brief discussion this afternoon with the Site Manager & local Police Scotland officers. Relieved that, as far as I am aware, no-one was seriously hurt - thank goodness. Investigations into the incident are underway. Thank you again to all the emergency services for their response.
I’m sure your input has been appreciated
It would be useful to tell us what the emergency was.
I’ve been very concerned about this serious incident at Stead’s Place/Leith Walk this morning. My thoughts are with those who’ve been hurt & affected.
Very grateful to all of our emergency services for their ongoing response. My team & I will continue to monitor the situation.
Crane collapses on to newly-built flats in Edinburgh
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Part of Leith Walk has been closed off after the machinery toppled at the building site.Grateful for a brief discussion this afternoon with the Site Manager & local Police Scotland officers. Relieved that, as far as I am aware, no-one was seriously hurt - thank goodness. Investigations into the incident are underway. Thank you again to all the emergency services for their response.
The annual global #16DaysOfActivismAgainstGenderBasedViolence begin today.
We can & should of course tackle & strive to prevent gender-based violence all year round - & my team & I try to do that, & work to help expert organisations locally & nationally who do so & support survivors. Moreover, in solidarity with women in Scotland & across the world, during these next 16 days in particular I will do what I can to pro-actively seek to make a positive difference with what I do, say in The Scottish Parliament & share on social media to #ChangeTheStory. #WhiteRibbonDay #DontBeThatGuy
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Tomorrow, 25 November, is Fair Saturday Scotland. There are a wide range of activities happening across Edinburgh Northern and Leith at places such as Leith Market, Dock Place, The Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith Library, The Heart of Newhaven, The Edinburgh Tool Library, Friends of Granton Castle Walled Garden, The Potter of Leith, Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre and Coburg House Art Studios.
The full programme can be found below 👇
#supportlocal
#FairSaturdayJust a quick post to say that the final, final version of the Fair Saturday 2023 Events Programme is up! We have 42 wonderful events this year and we'd like to thank each and every one of our lovely event organisers, and all the people and organisations who have supported Fair Saturday this year, for all their hard work in creating this movement. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!
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#FairSaturdayScotland #fairsaturdayedinburgh #fairsaturdaydundee #fairsaturdayorkney #fairsaturdayglasgow
Thanks so much, Ben!
NHS Lothian is welcoming enforcement against pavement parking in Edinburgh following the introduction of new powers by the Scottish Government.
Parking on pavements, at dropped kerbs and double parking can inconvenience all road users, significantly impacting people with mobility issues, parents with pushchairs and older people.
Read more from The City of Edinburgh Council ⬇️
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As Deputy Convener of the Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee of The Scottish Parliament, it was good to have members of the Committee visit Leith yesterday to show them some of the great organisations and businesses in the constituency.
This was part of our scrutiny of the Circular Economy Bill. More information can be found below:
The Edinburgh Remakery Weigh To Go Edinburgh The Edinburgh Tool Library
Thanks again to the Primary 7’s at Trinity Primary School for inviting me to come chat to them this morning. They shared what they’ve been learning about democracy and asked me about my role as their constituency MSP.
Fantastic news for #Leith & Scotland!
Grateful to all those at First Stage Studios, National Film and Television School, Forth Ports Community, Screen Scotland & within local youth organisations, schools & creative businesses who are collaborating to raise awareness of & develop multiple opportunities in the screen sector.
Pleased to be working with others across the sector and the community to support this.
Screen Education Edinburgh
Leith Academy
Leith Theatre
LS Productions
Spartans Community Foundation
Citadel Youth Centre
Craigroyston Community High School
Trinity Academy
Drummond Community
Broughton High School
Granton Youth
Pilton Youth and Children's Project (PYCP)The National Film and Television School is proud to announce the expansion of NFTS Scotland by partnering with The Sean Connery Foundation and a wide range of industry partners to launch an exciting new 12-month talent training programme, The Sean Connery Talent Lab!
🎬 Calling 30 Emerging Filmmakers Across 5 Disciplines - Writers/Directors, Producers, Cinematographers, Editors and Production Designers
🏴 Based in Scotland
🌟 Production Costs Covered
🔑 Generous Funding Support
Find out more and apply today!
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📢 Message from the Office of Ben Macpherson MSP 📢
The City of Edinburgh Council announced today that it is looking for views on whether to introduce a Workplace Parking Levy as part of the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019.
What do you think? Have your say online, the consultation will run for 12 weeks, closing on 6 February 2024:
Workplace Parking Levy (WPL) - City of Edinburgh Council - Citizen Space
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk
Find and participate in consultations run by City of Edinburgh CouncilToday I pledged to support a National Strategy to prevent Young Sudden Cardiac Death, which will help save young lives. It is estimated that at least 12 young people die each week in the UK from undiagnosed heart conditions.
#mspsupport4cry
Cardiac Risk in the Young
You truly make a positive difference whenever you can
Thanks to all those who attended this afternoon’s ‘Winter Drop-in Advice Session’ and many thanks to Granton Primary School for hosting.
If you didn’t manage to make it along, please do get in touch if you would like any support or advice.
Deidre Brock MP Stuart Dobbin, SNP Councillor for Forth Ward Social Security Scotland Home Energy Scotland
#HereToHelp
TODAY: Friday 10 November, I am hosting a 'Winter Drop-in Advice Session' at Granton Primary School, 59 Boswall Parkway, EH5 2DA from 11.30am - 1.30pm.
Come along and have a chat with me, Deidre Brock MP, Cllr Stuart Dobbin, Social Security Scotland and Home Energy Scotland. We will all be there to provide support and assistance as we approach the Winter.
#HereToHelp
A reminder that tomorrow, Friday 10 November, I am hosting a 'Winter Drop-in Advice Session' at Granton Primary School, 59 Boswall Parkway, EH5 2DA from 11.30am - 1.30pm.
Come along and have a chat with me, Deidre Brock MP, Cllr Stuart Dobbin, Social Security Scotland and Home Energy Scotland. We will all be there to provide support and assistance as we approach the Winter.
#HereToHelp
North Edinburgh Community News North Edinburgh Community Festival The Pilton Equalities Project (PEP) Spartans Community Foundation North Edinburgh Arts Granton Youth
This Friday, 10 November, I am hosting a 'Winter Drop-in Advice Session' at Granton Primary School, 59 Boswall Parkway, EH5 2DA from 11.30am - 1.30pm.
Come along and have a chat with me, Deidre Brock MP, Cllr Stuart Dobbin, Social Security Scotland and Home Energy Scotland. We will all be there to provide support and assistance as we approach the Winter.
#HereToHelp
FYI Pilton Youth and Children's Project (PYCP) Pilton Community Health Project Royston Wardieburn Community Centre Granton Information Centre West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre Fresh Start Stepping Stones North Edinburgh North Edinburgh Childcare
Had a productive meeting with Pilton Youth and Children's Project (PYCP) this morning. Good to hear more about the work they continue to do in the area, through programmes engaging with local young people and by collaborating with other local organisations. Youth work groups make an important difference in our communities.
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Celebrating Bonfire Night this weekend? 🎆 Did you know❔👇
🔹Most firework injuries treated at hospitals happen at private displays. Over half of those needing treatment are children.
🔹Sparklers can get 5 times hotter than cooking oil.
🔹Not all fireworks are suitable for use in private gardens.
Our advice is always to attend an organised public fireworks display. It's safer and better for the environment.
If you are still planning a private display, never leave children unattended, always follow the Firework Code and read the safety instructions on each firework.
For more information and safety advice, visit ⬇️
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📢 Message from the Office of Ben Macpherson MSP 📢
The Scottish Parliament will hold its first Summit to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 25 November 2023.
In-person registration has now closed but you can still register to attend online. Further information can be found at the link here:
www.parliament.scot
A Bill is a proposed Act of the Scottish Parliament. A Bill that is introduced in the Scottish Parliament is scrutinised and debated by MSPs.Promoted by Ben Macpherson at The Scottish Parliament / 34 Constitution Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6RS.
It's time to start planning the 2024 festival. Please come along on the 23RD NOVEMBER to the West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre and help us make next year's festival the best one yet!
Calling all tenement home owners 📢 Learn tips to keep your home warm and fix repairs at our free event. Reserve a spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tenement-maintenance-and-management-event-tickets-705358394947?aff=oddtdtc...
The next English conversation café will take place on Monday 23rd October, 9am-11am at Fresh Start Hub (28-30 Ferry Road Drive).
There will be tea, coffee and biscuits and a qualified ESOL Teacher on site to chat, play some language games and support people in their learning.
Please do share with your networks and bring anyone along who may wish to practise their English and learn more about the classes,
#StormBabet will bring an unprecedented level of rain to the north-east of Scotland from Thursday into Friday. Flooding will cause significant disruption and be a danger to life.
Act now to #StaySafe
✅View the Scottish Flood Forecast for the next 3 days
✅Sign up to Floodline lnkd.in/eZQJudBC
✅Follow @SEPAFlood on X for the latest
Transport Scotland Traffic Scotland the Scottish Flood Forum Met Office Police Scotland ScotRail Network Rail Ready Scotland
📢 Message from the Office of Ben Macpherson MSP 📢
YMCA Edinburgh and Bethany Christian Trust are hosting a 'Let's Be Heard' event where you can share your experiences of the Covid-19 pandemic. There are 2 sessions taking place on Tuesday 24 October 2023, at 1pm and 6pm at Harbour Homes Scotland, 108 Constitution Street, EH6 6AZ.
To book your place, either email: louisa@ymcaedinburgh.com or call/text: 07935419067.
Further details found below.
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Are you a tenant who is renting? Or are you a landlord? What do you think of the rental sector in Scotland?
The Scottish Government are looking for your views on proposed changes to Scotland's rented sector. Have your say online below, closes 27 October 2023:
consult.gov.scot
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What do you think Leith Links Activity Park should look like? You can have your say, the consultation is open until 21 October 2023.
consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/leith-links-activity-hub/
Please encourage everyone involved, to check out the incredible work by Make Space For Girls
Great to see around the old Madelvic Car Factory in Granton today with LAR Housing Trust. It was good to hear more about their plans to transform this historical building into affordable housing for the community.
Thanks Ben, good to show you round and share our plans.
Ben ❤️
Affordable housing for the community 🤣 how about getting Edinburgh council to fix the affordable tenancies that are neither water or windtight in the community!
Local people continue to raise the shortage of social housing in Edinburgh with me. The situation is serious. Today, I asked the Housing Minister for the Scottish Government to continually consider what more it can do.
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Don't miss out on this free event taking place as part of Older Peoples Week 2023 tomorrow, Thursday 5 October 2023, between 12-4pm at the Hibernian Community Foundation Hub in Easter Road Stadium.
Further details can be found below:The Foundation is hosting an event at Easter Road tomorrow!
The Older Peoples Activity Day is a FREE event taking place on Thursday 5 October 🎲
Between 12pm-4pm, there will be information stalls, activities, entertainment and tea dance in the afternoon!
For further information or to book your place for this event, please contact lewis@hiberniancf.org 💚
🏴 Scotland's Child Payment is lifting children out of poverty and making Scotland a pioneer in reducing child deprivation.
❌ Whereas Westminster continues to support the cruel two-child limit and rape clause that is causing poverty.
📖 Read more here: t.co/6zEXxALccj
ScotRail launches off-peak all day fares trial
ScotRail launches off-peak all day fares trial
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Customers can now travel all day on ScotRail services with off-peak fares as the train operator today (2 October) launched its exciting six-month trial. A first of its kind in the UK, the trial is int...Thank you to everyone who came along to today’s Macmillan Cancer Support coffee morning at The Heart of Newhaven! Many thanks also to everyone who has donated to this great cause. 💚
If you are able to, you can still donate online here: coffeefundraising.macmillan.org.uk/fundraising/cm23012306?fbclid=IwAR2mN_xcEjM7JqL7gUNIQe05KHgFcr...
#MacmillanCoffeeMorning
Deidre Brock MP
A reminder that Deidre Brock MP and I are hosting a Macmillan Cancer Support coffee morning tomorrow, Friday 29 September, at The Heart of Newhaven from 10.30am - 12pm. We hope to see you there for a cuppa, a cake and a chat.
If you can, please consider donating to this cause. You can do so online here: coffeefundraising.macmillan.org.uk/fundraising/cm23012306?fbclid=IwAR2mN_xcEjM7JqL7gUNIQe05KHgFcr...
Further details of the event are also available here: www.facebook.com/events/648992663856654/?ref=newsfeed